Glorious Mountains + Sunsets at Camel's Back Park

Camel's Back Park Part II: Autumnal leaves begin to take shape during the fall season, as green trees shift to yellow shades. 

The sunset casts a tantalizing glow across the landscape, creating a lasting day and night to remember.

The Trees are Alive: Glowing Sunset in Boise

Camel's Back Park Part I: Watching the brushstrokes of a painting come to life.

One of the brightest golden hours ever as we witness the orange glow from the setting sun saturate the entire mountain leaving us with the last drops of daylight. 

Marvelous Colosseum: The Landmark of Rome

The awe-inspiring facade of the world-famous Colosseum landmark.

As the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built and the largest standing amphitheatre in the world, this structure stuns from day to night in the middle of Rome. 

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Tranquil Aligned Trees at Palais-Royal Park

Perfectly aligned trees, creating the right amount of shade and zen-ness in the park. A beautiful hideaway away from all the bustling chaos and massive buildings.  

The Beauty of Montmartre: On Top of the Hills

One of the most famous basilicas in Paris, perched on top of the highest point of the city, offering sweeping views of the metropolis.

This distinct Romano-Byzantine style architecture stands out amongst the rest of Paris's cityscape and French roof designs and can be seen from various vantage points throughout town. 

The Mix: Palm Trees & Gradient Skies at Sunset

Huntington Garden Part VII: The radiant moon shines nearby as the sun completely disappears from view. 

The sky resembles a gradient background with the soft blue afternoon hues drifting further and further away, being replaced with muted pink and purple hues.

Historic Beauty at NOLA's Jackson Square

The simple yet chic exterior architecture of St Louis Cathedral is worth studying. The shiny, metallic-like conical roofs and clean white walls create a crisp contrast.

The aligned carriages came at the right time and added the precise amount of color and balance to this picture. 

The Great Wave: Cliffs of Iceland

Ancient volcanic activity leaves this nature preserve with a stunning crescent shape. Rocky cliffs and awe-inspiring forms take hold, with the soft, contrasting beach and water in the near distance. 

Tiers of Clouds & Magic in Himeji

Himeji Castle Part III: The white heron castle lives on.

One of the most grandeur castles in Japan with satisfying views of the city-- traditional architecture, foliage, and mountains stretch far and beyond.

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The Gateway Arch of St Louis, Missouri

The monument that defines St Louis. 

It was quite the experience going up the narrow arch, with a small, tight tram that only fits a few people (a cozy couple of minutes ride) offering sweeping views of downtown St Louis from the top observation deck. 

Sitting Pretty: Views of Osaka Castle

Spending the afternoon capturing various viewpoints of Osaka Castle. 

After being destroyed by two unfortunate incidents, this was rebuilt in the 1900s and is a modern replica of the former historical landmark. 

Aligned Architecture: Himeji's White-Walled Castle

Himeji Castle Part II: The clouds roll in, offering major contrast between the sharp blue skies and puffy white coverage.

With the castle as the main character, this created quite the epic photo.

The Majestic Himeji Castle in Japan

Himeji Castle Part I: Quite the trek to get to Himeji Castle, but worth it for the views from the exterior and six floors above later.

As the largest castle in Japan, it is also one of the most popular ones, even being registered in 1993 as one of the first UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the country.

On the Way: The Exquisite Beauty of Mount Fuji

When you try your best to stay awake to capture Mount Fuji (in minutes) as the shinkansen speeds its way to Tokyo...

It's difficult to capture the perfect shot in a fast-moving bullet train, but I managed to get this image, showcasing the beauty of Mount Fuji with minimal cloud coverage, bright blue skies and a mix of grass and river views.

Chinese Garden of Friendship: The Heart of Sydney

Welcome to "an enchanting oasis nestled in the heart of Darling Harbour."

A completely zen haven nestled in between all the hustle and bustle of Chinatown. Light rain and cloudy skies hover above us, but that adds onto the quiet stillness and tranquil atmosphere. 

Classic Sydney Harbor Bridge & Tropical Gardens

From this scene, it looks like a tropical, humid summer with vibrant plants and overcast slash rainy skies. 

The reality is more like winter...but still just as magnificent when you watch the contrast of nature and city vibes come alive from this garden. 

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.

Striking Red Tulip Flowers at Queen's Park

Vivacious flowers take up space at Queen's Park. Blooming, effervescent tulips can be found all over Toronto in all shades of colors. 

These red ones pop right away and deserve to be the main character. 

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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Rustic Autumn to Winter: Fall Colors with Lights

Filoli Gardens Part III: The autumn season doesn't make an appearance until winter in California. With the holiday lights and decorations added to the mix, the gardens come alive. An array of rustic colors create a marvelous scenery for us to behold.