Top 20 Photos of 2013 - #5

#5

As I peered out of the hotel window to see the KL sky at night, I noticed one of the few rooms with the lights on and curtains open. There was also a lady standing by the window sending a message on her phone. It was an opportunity I had to take, and it turned out to be one of my favourite images of the whole year. The dull white walls of Vistana Hotel are complimented by the illuminated KL Tower beside, and contrasted by the sole human form in between.

Top 20 Photos of 2013 - #11

#11

The second photo from the Chin Swee temple complex in Genting Highlands. At 6,000ft above sea level, this is a place with a view. The temple and its grounds are stunning. We found ourselves caught in an all-encompassing mist that seemed to sweep in from nowhere, blocking all options of a landscape shot. Then suddenly the mist departed and was replaced with sunshine and clear skies. The weather changes quickly up here, so this photo was very opportune. I captured the pagoda, the hills, a line of clouds and the sky above. Unlucky not to make the top 10!

Kuantan Skies #26

This is part 26 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #26 - The sun sets behind the hill, leaving vivid silhouettes across the Kuantan skyline

And with that, I thank you for following along with this series. I've certainly enjoyed the beauty of the skies this year!

Kuantan Skies #25

This is part 25 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #25 - The last remnants of pink sky quietly fade into night over Kuantan

Kuantan Skies #24

This is part 24 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #24 - Sekilau hill traps pockets of mist as they float around in the wet weather

Kuantan Skies #23

This is part 23 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #23 - The colours of the sunset overhead reflect onto the idle cars below

Kuantan Skies #22

This is part 22 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #22 - The setting sun illuminates the breaking up of the evening clouds as they prepare for darkness to preside

Kuantan Skies #21

This is part 21 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #21 - The glorious hues of yellow and orange signal the beginning of another day

Kuantan Skies #20

This is part 20 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #20 - The golden light of the setting sun softly slips away as the earth turns to night

Kuantan Skies #19

This is part 19 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #19 - A communications mast stands in the evening sky, surrounded by the colours of the sunset

Kuantan Skies #18

This is part 18 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #18 - A crescent moon hangs in the dark night skies over Bukit Sekilau, Kuantan

Kuantan Skies #17

This is part 17 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #17 - My personal favourite photo, the green palm tree leaf contrasts with the early morning sunrise displayed in shades of orange, yellow, pink and purple

Kuantan Skies #16

This is part 16 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #16 - Leaning over the balcony railing to get an alternative angle of the sunset can make one a little giddy sometimes!

Kuantan Skies #15

This is part 15 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #15 - Two wispy grey clouds admire the glowing sunset over the hills

Kuantan Skies #14

This is part 14 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #14 - Looking directly up to the cloud-patterned sky in Bukit Sekilau, Kuantan

Kuantan Skies #13

This is part 13 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #13 - This wet and misty landscape looks like a painting that has been smudged at the top half

Kuantan Skies #12

This is part 12 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #12 - Aeroplane trails leave their mark in the sky as the sun sets over Kuantan

Kuantan Skies #11

This is part 11 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #11 - Streaks of orange and pink lace the setting sky over the hills of Kuantan

Kuantan Skies #10

This is part 10 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #10 - An angelic white and silver sky shines down over Kuantan

Kuantan Skies #9

This is part 9 in a series of 26 photographs of the Kuantan Skies taken this year. All but 3 were taken from my window or balcony.

Kuantan Skies #10 - A white cloud protrudes from the hill above a housing area