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.

Salmon Pink Flower: Sweet Surprises at Dahlia Garden

An assortment of multi-hued dahlia flowers bloom during the summertime in Golden Gate Park. This particular flower stands out to me with its vibrant salmon pink hue, resembling the colors of Kasugai's fragrant Flower Kiss candy.

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. 

The Rainbow After: Waikiki from the Mountains

Diamond Head State Monument Part I: Windy morning showers cleared up just in time for a hike. From above, we can see the starking contrast of the sky. 

Dark, moody clouds on the left side, offering vibrant aqua-blue water hues and a rainbow on the right side of Waikiki, showcasing a much brighter mood and future.

Land of the Palm Trees and Skyscrapers in Honolulu

At the 18th floor of the hotel, we get a sweeping view of the skyscrapers in Waikiki, dramatic clouds in action, and the palm trees at the nearby park. It's been a blast watching the skies change every other minute - from rain to sunshine to rainbows and everything in between. 

Southern Charm: Lush Trees in Piedmont Park

Piedmont Park Part II: Humid summer weather creates such rich, charming trees in the South. Fresh greenery offers a sense of awe and serenity all throughout the park.

Piedmont Park's Skyscrapers + Lake Reflections

Piedmont Park Part I: Even a cloudy day cannot affect the atmosphere or the views at Piedmont Park. Lush green trees, clear lake reflections, and skyscraper views from Midtown are widespread throughout the tranquil park. 

Lily Ponds in the Water: Pink and Green-Blue Effects

The alluring beauty of these water lilies can be found everywhere--from all angles and perspectives.

Changing up the hues and offering a slight contrast to the colors sharpens the tones and makes the lilies stand out even more.

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Fort Canning Tree Tunnel's Stunning Spiral Beauty

This is a famous spot for photos, photoshoots and the like. The open circle above exposes the trees in all of its glory. The coolest part is that the everchanging weather and lighting throughout the day can change the viewpoint and atmosphere pretty quickly. 

Add in a spiral staircase, sleekly modern grey colors, and the right angle...you'll land on the perfect capture. 

Spring in Bloom: Sakura Trees in Style

It's that time of year where sakura trees are back in bloom. 

In this small, hidden park above the tunnel, I spot these light pink flowers sitting beautifully on these tree branches, creating the perfect spring mood.

Orange Days: Autumn Leaves in Manito Park

Japanese Garden in Manito Park Part III: The perfect blend of colors in fall foliage. 

Greens, reds, oranges, and yellows in all different shades bring these trees to life. 

Golden Trees & Bridge Walk in Spokane, Washington

Japanese Garden in Manito Park Part II: Absolutely love the autumn season and rustic yet vibrant colors from all the trees. 

The orange hues on this tree provides the perfect pop against the simple bridge and walkway, creating a satisfying contrast to this picture. 

All the Colors: Saturated Autumn Foliage in the Garden

Japanese Garden in Manito Park Part I: First time seeing such vibrant fall foliage at a Japanese Garden! I was in awe of the colors (a mix of all the warm autumn tones), the surreal beauty, and the calmness in this garden. 

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Mountain Reflections in the Snow at Yosemite

As the hours begin approaching golden hour, the mountains start adopting that golden glow, offering dreamy reflections of the snowy mountains in the water on a crystal clear blue sky day. 

The Captivating Forest at Capilano Suspension Bridge

One of the most peaceful, enchanting places I've ever seen. 

Everywhere you walk, all 360 degrees around you is being enveloped by a bunch of tall 250-year-old Douglas-firs. It truly was a magical, adventurous day walking (and running) around the forest, up and down the stairs, and exploring mysterious suspension bridges tucked away in the middle of the park. 

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. 

When the Wind Shifts: Cloudy Pink Sunsets in the City

High pressure causes some spectacular skies, clouds, and sunsets. 

I particularly liked how this sunset really captured the day really well, highlighting the amount of cloud activity that's been happening throughout and the breakthrough of the skies, while still offering enough clarity of the nearby surrounding buildings and trees. 

The contrast in the colors also makes it a pretty cool, slightly dramatic scene. 

Lily Pond's Splashy Textures + Patterns

We went on a sunny stroll through parts of the Golden Gate Park, eventually stumbling upon Lily Pond.

From afar, the water looks quite murky, but from an artistic perspective, the details in the water here sort of reminds me of a Van Gogh painting, especially when you compare it to the textures and patterns of the water reflections.

Autumn Trees Reflections in the Walkway Effect

I saw one of the most pristine, precise walkways at the botanical garden the other day and knew I had to take a picture! As I was editing the photo, I felt like it was missing that extra pizzazz so I started manipulating this, doing a complete carbon copy of the image on the left, swapping it the other way, and adding it to the right! The photo somehow looks more complete, like perfectly symmetrical walkways right next to each other, with the carefully crafted shadows. I changed up the hues a bit, giving it that soft autumn orange vibe. 

Bundle of Joy: Light Pink Flowers in the Park

 A windy day in the city with flowers blowing in every direction.

Once the wind calmed down, I managed to quickly capture this shot--a batch of sakura cherry blossom flowers all bundled up together!