those petals.

Thailand, Ayutthaya (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: Lotus flowers can look pretty deceiving at times. At a quick glance, I thought they were onions. You think?

less is more.

Thailand, Ayutthaya (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: The stupa was huge and I had a hard time fitting it within the frame. So, I decided to fit the part which inspired me the most. And it turned out to be my favorite photo of the trip.

Bang Pa-In.

Thailand, Ayutthaya (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: If only I could get across to the pavilion. But then again, some things are better appreciated from afar.

jello.

Thailand, Phitsanulok (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: Was simply intrigued by how gel-like the water seemed.

down the middle.

Thailand, Phitsanulok (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: Love old-school train tracks; especially the ones that run down the middle of a street.

rise & shine.

Thailand, Phitsanulok (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: Just in time for the first sunrise of the trip. Great way to kick-start the day.

of veins.

Thailand, Phitsanulok (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: Everything worked for me in this shot. The shape and veins of the leaves, the different shades and tones, the exposure.

shade phobia.

Thailand, Bangkok (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: Bangkok in December is sunny, as compared to Phitsanulok. As I was walking along the streets of Bangkok (all sticky & sweaty), I saw a piece of graffiti and found it pretty amusing. Go figure!

sow & reap.

Thailand, Phitsanulok (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: Harvesting is the best time of the year for farmers. Seeing this large paddy field, I was reminded of 2 Corinthians 9:6 , “Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.”

nepal beckons.

Thailand, Ayutthaya (2009)

Vision & Inspiration: I took one last look at the temple as I waited for the driver. The first thought I had when I lifted my head was “Nepal”. I’ve been thinking about Nepal since the start of 2009. And somehow, the colors and the flags reminded me very much of the beautiful country I hope to set foot in sometime this year. Fingers crossed!