Vancouver 30 (10 of 30)

The feeling you get when you've finally arrived.  If you've never been to Vancouver, entering the city on Granville bridge is like a grand entrance into a scene.  A place unfamiliar can often feel out in the distance but that feeling can be absolved to greater heights during the first glance of a picturesque view that is just a moments pass from the bridge.  This place feels familiar, where the ideas of urban character have advanced into something positively fresh, safe, and promising.  I composed this shot to trace all the energy and directional space from the rail down the center core and using long exposure to generate streaking lights from passing automobiles.

Vancouver 30 (9 0f 30)

I shot this photo deep into the hour of the sunset.  The faint hues of the sun dissipates while casting a chill glow over the surface of the water.  The details of all the structures and objects are mostly hidden in the silhouette.  The beauty of this Vancouver scene is traced by the sun's natural lighting and the practical light sources from the interiors of the buildings and lamp posts.  What you see is what you don't get.

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Vancouver has a modern high rise that symbolizes the modern city which is spectacular in sight, architecturally progressive, and a livable beauty.  The overcast weather softens harsh lighting during mid day, as a result, the reflective surfaces on the green glass and steel combined with its ocean surrounding enhances this city with marine charm.

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The blue sky has such a strong effect.  Combine that with the historic downtown walk in Gastown, you are guaranteed a picturesque view of the city.  A storm is likely here to stay, rather than passing through.