Last week we had a family trip to Vancouver Island and of course we couldn’t be there without visiting famous Butchard Gardens. One of the best botanic gardens in North America. This is how the 100 years old limestone quarry that was turned into a garden looks like after dark.
We were lucky to be greeted by amazing skies when we arrived in legendary Valensole lavender fields in early July. Oh boy, This is the best place to shoot lavender fields. Period.
One of the most mesmerizing spots in Iceland is Glacier Lagoon situated in about 5 hrs drive from Reykjavik. The view of icebergs being slowly moved to the ocean by dark waters is truly surreal. Advantage of visiting in the middle of the summer is a rare opportunity of witnessing of what feels like ever lasting sunsets. This red glory was burning for at least an hour straight.
Some of the finishing options
More photos from the streets of Oia. One thing I learned, albeit too late, is that the only way to get clear shot of the streets is to wake up early and get out before the sunrise while most of vacationers are still in their beds. Although village of Oia is known for its majestic sunsets, from photographer’s point of view it is better to leave your camera in a hotel room and book nice dinner table for that hour. Then once the sun is down and dinner is over it may be worth to stroll through the streets and get some evening dusk shots.
Santorini was the first stop of my recent European tour. The island is remarkable with its unique architecture. Every corner is a photo opportunity. And village of Oia is the crown jewel of the island.
An epic Palouse Falls. A witness of tremendous tectonic transformation that took place over past glacial cycles. Over 115 meters deep canyon walls carved by melting glaciers floods roaring over this place for many thousands of years.
This little tree enjoys some of the most epic views on Grand Canyon every day.
