These are my four entries for the Focus on Four Seasons Challenge. Finalists will be announced on December 17, 2015.Â
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Challenge 1: Design & Architecture. The image of the red staircase was taken in the Christ Church in Raleigh, North Carolina. Aside from a beautiful structure stairs provide a journey, from here to there. Even a bit of mystery if the destination is unknown.
Challenge 2: Local Culture. The image of the three women was taken at Waimea Falls on Oahu, Hawaii. As I was drying myself off after swimming under the waterfall these women began a harmonious dance. The chitter-chatter stopped and all eyes focused on this moment.
Challenge 3: Nature's Wonder. The image of the jewels of the night was taken at the Valley of Fire State Park in Nevada. My mother and I took a drive out to camp and take photos. To date this is my most success astrophotography shoot and I blame it on my good luck charm - my mother.
Challenge 4: Me, In The Moment. The image of what looks like waves of bacon is taken on the Fire Wave at the Valley of Fire State Park. After a strenuous walk to the Fire Wave in temperatures over 100 degrees I took a moment to change my perspective. I snapped shots while sitting on the Fire Wave and [unintentionally] captured my silhouette.