Sunset Storm: Remarkable Clouds & Contrast at the Park

There's nothing cooler (literally) than a surprising storm in the summer right during sunset. Dark clouds form on one side while the sun sets by the lake, creating a breathtaking scene with clear, striking contrast.

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. 

Painterly Sunset Strokes at Prospect Lake

Memorial Park Part III: Clouds begin to form and merge at sunset, casting an orange glow over the calm waters. 

The colors and clouds create soft, wispy strokes of art, resembling a dreamy painting as the light begins to brighten, darken, and fade away. 

Golden Clouds + Reflections at Prospect Lake

Memorial Park Part II: As we near sunset, the clouds begin to have that yellow golden glow, offering up some extra saturation into the otherwise grey, mostly overcast sky. The lake reflections also add some additional flair into the atmosphere. 

In the Fields: The Billowing Clouds in the Sky

When you're surrounded by mountains, the skies continue to shift in remarkable ways every second as we get closer to sunset. 

In the surrounding fields by the Evergreen Cemetery, all of the dramatic effects, shapes, and textures come to life as golden hour continues to intensify. 

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Like a Feather: Enchanting Pink Clouds in the Sky

Memorial Park Part I: The hour leading up to sunset and the magical twilight era after always leaves us entranced and in awe. 

Pink, fluffy clouds brighten up the sky for a couple minutes before darkening and fading as the remaining light continues to disappear right before our eyes. 

The Life of Dreams: Enchanting Lights at Dairy Block

Dairy Block is an extraordinary block filled with restaurants, shops, and a hotel all tied together in a mini historic district right in the heart of downtown. With distinctive art and everchanging lights at night, it makes for a memorable walk down. 

Always Rising: Glorious, Rocky Natural Landscape

Garden of the Gods Part III: Magnificent, larger-than-life rock formations present such electrifying feelings as we walk from sunset into twilight. 

High Above in the Sky: Rock Formations in Colorado

Garden of the Gods Part II: The clouds that form during sunset above the mountains are nothing short of spectacular. As the sunset hues and shadows continue to deepen, golden shades are cast across the entire landscape. 

Rock Formations at Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods Part I: We see such natural beauty high above at the Garden of the Gods. As sunset approaches, cirrus clouds start to develop, casting a golden glow to this exceptional view of surreal rock formations.

Almost Monochrome: Dramatic Clouds and Lake Reflections

Duck Lake Part III: We can feel the clear sky slowly fading away, with tons of high clouds rolling in a few hours before sunset. 

The clouds end up creating an astonishing work of art, with a monochrome palette, unique shapes and textures, and fiercely clear water reflections. 

Denver's Mountains + Skyline Views from City Park

From a hill above City Park, you can see the outlines of mountains and downtown skyline of Denver. 

It was a couple hours before sunset and the clouds began to form across the sky, breaking up into different, astonishing patterns. I decided to add on extra effects to this, giving it a soft orange glow. 

Vibrant Tulip Flowers at the Gardens

Bright pink, yellow, and orange tulips steal the show outside of the Denver Botanic Gardens. The impeccable arrangement and neon hues make these so much fun to view and photograph! 

Light Up the Sky: Glowing Clouds at the Lake

 

Duck Lake Part II: At around sunset, the colors in the sky instantly transformed. The coolest part was watching these small clouds above light up, glowing brightly from above. 

Within minutes, the glow faded and it started to blend in with the rest of the darkening clouds, enveloping the entire sky. 

Sunset Clouds and Reflections at the Lake

Duck Lake Part I: So many cloud formations and cloud changes. As the hours passed and the day continued to unfold, we ended up with mostly cloudy skies, offering some breakage for a peak of sunshine before the night began.  

The High-Tech: Denver's Modern Architecture + Design

I just love looking at all of the different convention centers across major cities. 

This was an extraordinary one with striking exterior design that looks even cooler at unique angles. It looks super high-tech, super sleek and fits right in at the booming Denver downtown area. 

The Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre Part II: One of the most remarkable outdoor amphitheatres out there. Views of big red rocks, mountains and cityscape views all wrapped together in one place. 

The Cliffs + Views from Red Rocks Park

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre Part I: Mesmerizing red sandstone rocks surround this popular amphitheater on top of a mountain. The beautiful ridges and textures create spectacular layers that can be admired from afar.