Raindrops shine like diamonds on colorful Nandina leaves.

Red cinnamon, shades of cocoa, rich coffee and every shade in between. A salute to brown suga.

Have you ever met a leaf that didn't smile a little brighter, after being kissed by the morning dew? Me either.

The elephant-ear, in monochrome clarity. 'Right' side.

Translation: Hot Flames. A blazing September sun intensifies heavily saturated autumn leaves and creates incredible vividness. It's just like fire! This image has been recognized by 'NikonUSA.'

The elephant-ear, in monochrome clarity. 'Left' side.

Droplets of morning dew glisten on a rose leaf.

Red cinnamon, shades of cocoa, rich coffee and every shade in between. A salute to brown suga.

As the sun rolls across the sky, Nandina changes outfits. Find her at midday in vivid shades of gold, pale greens and orange. By night, scarlet is often the choice. Beautiful, Nandina.

As the sun rolls across the sky, Nandina changes outfits. As evening turns to night, midday greens and golds, yield to deep scarlet. Beautiful, Nandina.

A golden hour sunset brings early Wisteria leaves into focus.

Elephant sized raindrops rest on the leaves of the elephant-ear plant.

'Virginia Creeper,' dressed in its autumn look and drenched in morning dew.

Hours after rain stops, Nandina can be found cradling raindrops, for photographers, and those who admire the beauty of nature.

Red cinnamon, shades of cocoa, rich coffee and every shade in between. A salute to brown suga.

The ‘gentle beginnings' of an early spring wisteria vine.