The City Glow-Up: Magnetic Lights at Twilight

Pylon Lookout Part III: Wait a little longer after the first magical start of twilight as everything darkens and becomes more vibrant. 

The last drops of sunlight remain as the city lights turn on. 

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The Twilight Hour: Subdued Tones & Colors in Sydney

Pylon Lookout Part II: The twilight hour approaches after the sun sets. 

The colors become muted and soft but still bright enough where sights are visible. 

The clouds have higher contrast and are more prominent. 

The skyscrapers stand tall and get ready to illuminate into the night. 

Afterglow: Twilight Lights at Sydney Opera House

Pylon Lookout Part I: The color of Sydney Opera House continues to transform throughout the day from white to glowing yellow as the direction of the sun (or lack thereof) changes as the hours fly by. 

One of my favorite captures is during twilight as the mostly cloudy sky absorbs some of the fading sunset colors and the lights begin to flicker into the evening.

114 Floors Above: Illuminating Lights in Skyscrapers Effect

When you're 114 floors high above overlooking the city, everything looks small in comparison. 

As sunset morphs into twilight and then into darkness, the skyscrapers light up and have a translucent quality to them, creating a futuristic, somewhat dystopian society. 

I added in other effects, using colors from this shot and dropping in a distorted wave filter to enhance this even more. 

Eye of the Beholder: Natural Twist at Populus Hotel

"A hotel inspired by nature."

This astounding, modern building stands out from the distance. From one point of view, it looks like a 3D paper cut-out coming to life. 

Using locally-sourced and recycled building materials, this sustainable hotel is making a serious difference on the planet and altering how we design for the future. 

The Walled City: Blue & Yellow Contrast in Obidos

Two-thirds of the primary colors take over the scene at Obidos. 

Blue and yellow color-blocked stripes adorn these whitewashed buildings, creating a look that is simple and historic, and also sleek and modern at the same time. 

The City Contrast: Water, Sky and Mountain View

One look at this and we're transported to Europe.

The sun begins to rise, with hints of color in the horizon brightening the mountains. Clear skies and simple white houses envelope the scene. 

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When in Amsterdam: Allure of the Floating Flower Market

Canals are everywhere around the city. What sets this one apart is the famous floating flower market aligned so perfectly with the exquisite architecture framed in the background and the reflections by the water. 

By the Canal: Gabled Architecture in Amsterdam

Striking Dutch renaissance architecture can be found all over Amsterdam. Regardless of weather or the time of day, they create such mesmerizing water reflections and contrasting art by the canals. 

Purple Painterly Effect: Sensational Night Light Reflections

Singapore's Waterfront Promenade offers picturesque views of the city skyline. The unique ArtScience museum takes the lead with its famous design and vibrant purple-blue reflections over the waters. 

I used a similar color scheme as the dazzling lights to sweep the sky with a soft yet striking painterly effect. 

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Urban Nature: Green Space + Skyscraper Design

Lush green space can be found everywhere across Singapore, adorning skyscrapers and sky terraces (both indoors, outdoors) in a scenic, artsy way. 

Blue Twilight: The Lighthouse by the Lake

Hefner Lake and Park Part V: Placid waters and soothing colors in the sky during the twilight hour.

We're all mesmerized by the beauty of the surrounding nature, watching the clear skies jump into all shades of colors until it transitions into muted tones before descending into dusk. 

Basked in Blue Light: Glowing Lighthouse at Twilight

Hefner Lake and Park Part IV: The lighthouse glows every other second into all the colors of the rainbow. 

Blue artificial lights captivate the scene, as the vibrant blue and orange skies of twilight dazzle in the back. 

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Idyllic Blue Hour by the Lighthouse

Hefner Lake and Park Part III: Dark azure blue skies have taken over.

The blue lights radiating from the lighthouse splendidly complements the cool hues of the stratosphere. 

Blue Rush: The Intricacies of Mission Dolores

Mission Dolores Basilica Church Part II: The golden hour (and the hour leading up to it) presents some of the best photographic moments. Buildings just look and hit differently depending on the lighting, the weather, and time of day. I love how this pic of the church looks like it's taken closer to blue hour and offers such a calming, chill presence. You can see the intricate details of the structure even more vividly during this moment. 

Into the New: Desert Landscapes at Palm Springs

A new year = a new beginning. 

High above the mountains at over 8,000 feet, we are reminded of how quickly things can change and how vast the world really is. Opportunities present itself everywhere; we just need to take the leap in making that first step. 

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Crystal Clear Sunset Sky at Hefner Lake and Park

Hefner Lake and Park Part II: Just a couple of seconds left until the sun disappears from our vantage point. 

At the lake, the sunset is visible with no obstruction - making it the best escape to catch a calming sunset on a weekday. 

When in Oklahoma: The Lighthouse at Sunset

Hefner Lake and Park Part I: Arrived just in time to catch the peaceful, flawless sunset in action with the lighthouse as the main standout. 

With barely a single cloud in the sky, we get almost a 360 degree view of the sunset colors by the still waters. 

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Singapore's Radiant Waterfront Reflections at Night

The famous Singapore skyline continues to shine at night with warm colors dazzling the most popular landmarks, creating striking reflections in the water. 

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Sandia Mountains: Fading Sunset in the Horizon

Sandia Mountains Part V: The stunning view heading down from the mountains, as sunset changed into twilight and the light began to fade in the horizon.