Over the Edge: Cliffs + Beaches + Water Views

Came across this absolutely beautiful view of the edges of northern San Francisco during a weekend hike and had to stop to capture it. The bright green grass, turquoise-blue waters, cliffside views of the nearby beaches and Presidio park created this picture-perfect moment. 

After Sunrise: Aerial View of San Francisco Bay

 

That unbelievable view just after sunrise as the sky begins to clear up and the fog slowly evaporates. 

The skyscrapers, water, hills, and bridges start to show their true colors. 

Escape to Land's End: Labyrinth and Bridge Views

That perfect escape. Wandering around the edges of Land's End exploring the hidden unknowns, a labyrinth, long, scenic trails, and epic views of the famous Golden Gate Bridge! 

Waking Up to San Francisco Bay Area at Sunrise

Aerial views of the marvelous bay area at sunrise. Clear skies pave the way for stellar visibility of the San Bruno mountain and the neighboring cities of South San Francisco and beyond.

Sunny Aerial Views of Curvy Green Hills & Mountains

I peered outside the window and caught this breathtaking scenery of the green, curvy hills in the East Bay. Love that the sun was lower in the sky - the added light and the haziness around the outskirts of this mountain brought a cooler effect to this view (and photo)!

Golden Gate Bridge's Sunset Glow Effect

Finally a day where we head over to Sausalito and see crystal clear skies without a touch of fog!

I love this postcard-perfect view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco bay area from Battery Spencer. I wanted to give it more color so decided to add in a warm sunset filter to brighten the vibe even more.

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Vista Point's Perspective on the Golden Gate Bridge

One of those famous views captured at Vista Point. Great contrast of blue skies, clouds and the fog hovering over San Francisco city. So glad that at least the sky was clear enough on the Sausalito side so I could capture this bridge clearly!

Serenity and Sunlight at San Francisco's Ocean Beach

A simple view of the ocean that puts you at ease in an instant.

There was something with the fog, the clouds, the blue sky and the streaming sunlight (at a couple hours before sunset) mixed in together that really made this photo stand out to me. This is a simple capture but yet so special because of how these components blended in together, creating that classic beach scene.

A New Perspective of San Francisco from Salesforce Tower

Views of The East Cut neighborhood, rest of downtown, and the city from the top level of the Salesforce Tower. Look a little closer and even further and you can see the bright blue waters and the Golden Gate Bridge. It was amazing seeing the rest of the city from this angle...especially at this super high elevation!

Colors and Wonders of Walnut Creek Collage

Roamed around Walnut Creek's Broadway Plaza and was immediately enamored by the small town vibe. Small shops, spring trees, fun architecture and parks surround the downtown shopping area.

Light Fog and Sunrise Over the Mountains

A little bit of mist, a little bit of clouds...a magical aerial view of the morning sunrise above the ground. I looked outside the window and was amazed by the beauty and simplicity of this picture-perfect view and needed to capture the pastel glow of the sun streaming through the clouds.

Aerial Landscapes of San Francisco Bay Area

Finally a perfectly crisp afternoon without a single cloud in the sky. I had to capture this quickly before missing this view and angle. Such a beautiful city and county with so many bridges and islands within reach--and even more astonishing from above.

The Bay Lights: Spectacular Sculpture and Illuminations

This iconic light sculpture is brightening up the city again with changing, moving lights illuminating all across the bay during the night hours.

Waterfront Sunset Over Clear Skies

Loved this clear sunset with the boats out in the waterfront. 

I decided to capture this very moment before the pastel watercolor-like hues disappeared beneath the surface.

The Edge of the Embarcadero Waterfront

Serene afternoon at the waterfront by the bay. The distant skyscrapers, famous bridge, and wooden pillars in the ocean add to the cityscape view.