March 2024 Photo Contest: Hints of Spring View Larger Image Sunlight filters through a canopy of green leaves, casting dappled shadows on the foliage. The background reveals a glimpse of more trees under the bright blue sky, creating a serene and natural forest scene.Sunlight filters through a canopy of green leaves, casting dappled shadows on the foliage. The background reveals a glimpse of more trees under the bright blue sky, creating a serene and natural forest scene.Credit: Ketyusha DasA close-up black and white photo of tree leaves covered in raindrops. The background is out of focus, creating a soft and misty appearance. The leaves hang downwards, capturing the texture and detail of the raindrops on their surfaces.Credit: Tasbih MurshedA monarch butterfly with orange and black wings rests on bright pink flowers, surrounded by green leaves and additional colorful blooms. The backdrop includes a hint of blue sky and blurred vegetation, creating a vibrant, natural setting.Credit: Ashley PengInterior of a city bus at sunset with only a few passengers. The outside through the windows shows a vibrant red and purple sky. Signs and information boards are visible inside the bus, with one flashing the destination "UW Station.Credit: Ashley PengImage shows a snowy urban scene with three tall buildings in the background. There are several parked cars on the side of the street. A person is walking towards the buildings, and a bus stop shelter is visible in the foreground. Snow covers the ground and rooftops.Credit: Ashley PengA snow-covered highway seen through a car windshield with ice and snow buildup. Vehicles are in the distance, driving cautiously on the snowy road. The sky is overcast, creating a hazy, wintry atmosphere.Credit: Ashley PengA robin with a red-orange breast and grey back perches on grass near a white wall. Fallen leaves surround the bird, which appears to be foraging or resting on the ground.Credit: Areebah Atif AkhtarClose-up of a branch with clusters of small, pink, budding flowers and green leaves. The background is blurred, featuring a mix of yellow and green hues, possibly suggesting foliage or a garden scene. The sunlight softly illuminates the flowers and leaves.Credit: Areebah Atif AkhtarA branch with clusters of small, dark berries is surrounded by autumn leaves in shades of orange and yellow. The leaves are backlit by a bright sky, creating a warm and vibrant contrast with the berries.Credit: Areebah Atif AkhtarThe sun sets through a dense forest with tangled branches and autumn leaves, creating a warm glow in the sky. The trees' silhouettes are dark against the bright sunlight, highlighting the peaceful and scenic nature of the woods.Credit: Areebah Atif AkhtarA close-up view of a delicate, airy flower against a dark, blurred background. The flower's tiny green buds form a spherical shape with thin, radiating stems, giving it a starburst appearance.Credit: Areebah Atif AkhtarA small cluster of delicate white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers blooms amidst lush green foliage. The flowers are attached to slender stems, contrasting beautifully with the rich green leaves surrounding them. The background is softly blurred.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedView from a window showing a cityscape at dusk. The sky is a deep blue with scattered clouds. Buildings of varying heights reflect the evening light, and a tall building prominently stands out. The foreground includes part of a table or desk with a laptop.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedA group of colorful koi fish swimming in a pond with black water. The fish display various patterns and colors, including shades of orange, white, black, and cream. The pond has a rocky border with some algae visible in the water.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedA parking lot at dusk with rows of cars, illuminated by a lamppost. The sky transitions from blue to a warm orange near the horizon, speckled with clouds. Electric powerlines and a distant landscape are visible in the background.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedA parking lot filled with cars at sunset. The sun is low on the horizon, casting an orange glow and reflecting off the cars. The sky is partly cloudy with a mix of light and darker clouds. A power line runs across the middle, separating the sky from the landscape.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedA modern glass building stands near a bending road surrounded by autumn foliage. Trees with colorful leaves frame the scene, and a car is visible on the road. The sky is illuminated with a soft, warm glow from the setting sun, casting a serene atmosphere.View through a glass window showing a courtyard filled with lush green plants. The courtyard is surrounded by modern buildings with reflective glass panels and metallic elements. If there are people, they are not clearly visible due to the reflection in the glass.View through a glass window showing a courtyard filled with lush green plants. The courtyard is surrounded by modern buildings with reflective glass panels and metallic elements. If there are people, they are not clearly visible due to the reflection in the glass.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedStreet lights illuminate a parking lot at dusk, with a gradient sky transitioning from pink to deep blue. Trees and bushes frame the scene, and a stop sign is visible near the center. Distant buildings and vehicles with lights on are seen in the background.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedA paved path winds through a grassy area with lush green trees on a cloudy day. Yellow and white lines, along with bike symbols, are painted on the path. A person in blue walks in the distance, while shadows from the side stretch onto the path.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedA person inside a car is holding a smartphone up to the window, capturing the scenic view of a colorful sunset with hues of orange, pink, and blue. The car's interior is dimly lit, and a plastic bag is visible in the foreground. Cars are seen on the highway outside.Credit: Ethar Elnour MohamedA view from a high window at sunset, framed by the building’s walls on both sides. The scene includes a road, several buildings, and trees, with a colorful sky transitioning from orange to blue. A reflection of indoor lights is visible on the window.Credit: Sophia ZhuA cluster of vibrant orange chrysanthemum flowers with yellow tips and water droplets on the petals, creating a fresh and lively appearance. The image captures the intricate details and dense arrangement of the flowers.Credit: Sophia ZhuA cozy café window with three macrame plant hangers holding potted plants. Outside, a medical spa is visible. Inside, a wooden table is surrounded by chairs, with additional potted plants and a vase with white flowers on the table.Credit: Sophia ZhuA tree with white flowers.Credit: Sophia ZhuWhite cherry blossoms in full bloom adorn the branches of a tree against a backdrop of a partly cloudy sky with the sun peeking through. The light creates a soft, ethereal glow around the delicate flowers.Credit: Sophia ZhuA lush tree covered in vibrant pink blossoms extends upward, nearly touching the cloudy, light blue sky. The dense clusters of flowers create a vivid contrast against the softer hues of the clouds above.Credit: Sophia ZhuA blooming cherry blossom tree with light pink flowers is captured against a backdrop of a clear blue sky with a streak of thin, wispy white cloud. The sunlight softly illuminates the blossoms, enhancing their delicate appearance.Credit: Sophia ZhuCherry blossom trees with pink flowers are in full bloom against a pale blue sky with wispy clouds. A small white moon can be seen centered in the sky above the blossoms.Credit: Sophia ZhuA branch of a cherry blossom tree with clusters of light pink flowers extends into the clear blue sky, capturing the serene beauty of spring.Credit: Sophia ZhuA clear blue sky with faint, wispy clouds and a visible moon in the center. In the lower part of the image, there are branches of blooming trees with white flowers.Credit: Putri CullinaneA single purple crocus flower with yellow stamens in the center blooms among green grass on a sunny day.Credit: Putri CullinaneA single purple crocus flower blooms amidst a sea of green grass on a sunny day. The flower stands out with its vibrant petals and yellow center, marking the arrival of spring.Credit: Pallavi ThaparA vibrant garden display features tall, orange flowers with large green leaves, surrounded by ornamental grasses and small purple flowers. In the background, a building with a glass atrium and evergreen trees is visible under a clear blue sky.Credit: Pallavi ThaparClose-up of a cluster of vibrant pink flowers, with blurred similar clusters and green leaves in the background. The foreground flowers are sharply in focus, highlighting their delicate petals and intricate shapes.Credit: Marianna RattheA vibrant orange flower with a dark center blooms in the foreground, set against a blurry, sunlit background of green foliage and other flowers. The petals are wide and slightly overlap, creating a striking contrast against the verdant surroundings.Credit: Marianna RattheA densely vegetated field with purple wildflowers and tall grasses is bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun, casting a golden light across the scene. The sky is painted in soft hues of orange and pink, with hints of wispy clouds.Credit: Marianna RattheA monarch butterfly with orange and black wings rests on a cluster of pale white flowers surrounded by large green leaves. The background features lush greenery and foliage, creating a serene garden scene.Credit: Julia WronaA paved walkway winds through a snow-covered field under a partly cloudy sky with the sun shining brightly. Bare trees line the path, creating a serene winter scene. The sunlight reflects off the path, creating a glistening effect on the snow.Credit: Noor Al janabiA close-up of an African Grey Parrot perched on a wooden surface outdoors. The parrot's grey feathers are detailed and its head is slightly turned to the left. The background is green with leaves and natural light.Credit: Iqra MajeedA cityscape showing multiple tan and white multi-story buildings under a clear blue sky. Several cars are parked in the foreground. A signboard in a parking lot advertises a restaurant with text in both English and Chinese. A Cash ATM is visible on the right.Credit: Iqra MajeedA shopping center entrance with a glass facade, flanked by the stores "Nougat" on the left and "Alexandria's" on the right. A large holiday wreath hangs from a lamppost in the foreground. Several people are visible near the entrance on a sunny day.Credit: Iqra MajeedA white utility van with the text "Central Home Care” is parked outside a multi-story building. Another similar van is partially visible near the building's entrance. The scene is set in a grassy area on a sunny day. .Credit: Ravjot SinghA park scene with several wooden benches placed on a grassy area. Trees without leaves and patches of fallen leaves are visible. A path runs through the park, and buildings can be seen in the background. The sky is overcast.Credit: Ravjot SinghA park scene with bare trees in late autumn. Pathways intersect near a street sign that reads "Central Street." Buildings and more trees are visible in the background, and fallen leaves are scattered on the grass and pathway. The sky is overcast.Credit: Ravjot SinghA tranquil park scene features a grassy area with several leafless trees and a wooden picnic table on the left. On the right, a narrow stream flows alongside more barren trees, creating a serene autumn or winter setting. The sky is overcast.Credit: Ravjot SinghA cobblestone path leads across a curved metal bridge towards a modern building with green and gray panels. Bare trees line the path, indicating a late autumn or early spring setting. The path and bridge are flanked by guardrails.Credit: Ravjot SinghA paved pathway winds through a park with bare trees and patches of green grass. Wooden benches are scattered along the sides of the path, and there is a blue play structure in the distance. The sky is cloudy, hinting at an overcast day.Credit: Ravjot SinghTwo wooden benches face each other on a brick-paved area surrounded by bare trees, bushes, and a brown brick building. The scene suggests a quiet, outdoor communal space in late autumn or early winter with dry leaves scattered on the ground.Credit: Ravjot SinghA grass courtyard surrounded by buildings and leafless trees under a partially cloudy sky. A stone seating area is on the right, and shadows from trees stretch across the green space. The buildings in the background have multiple windows and brick facades.Credit: Ravjot SinghA courtyard features a central stone fire pit surrounded by benches and a wooden pergola. Leafless trees and paved walkways add to the winter ambiance. In the background, brown brick buildings with multiple windows stand under a cloudy sky.Credit: Ravjot SinghA winding gravel path leads through a green lawn bordered by leafless trees, approaching a modern building with a mix of metal and glass under a sky with dramatic clouds.Credit: Ravjot SinghA serene park scene featuring an empty wooden bench on a concrete base, situated near a tall evergreen tree. In the background, several Canadian geese are grazing on the grass, and bare trees stretch towards the cloudy sky.Credit: Krishna DattyA close-up of a bumblebee collecting nectar from a vibrant pink rose in full bloom, surrounded by several rosebuds and green foliage in the background.Credit: Krishna DattyA close-up of a vibrant orange rose in full bloom, surrounded by green leaves. A bumblebee is perched on the petals, collecting nectar. The intricate details of the rose petals and the bee can be clearly seen.Credit: Krishna DattyA close-up of a dandelion in a grassy field during sunset. The sky is tinted with warm hues of orange and yellow. Trees and foliage in the background are slightly blurred, adding a soft focus effect to the image. The dandelion is prominently lit by the sun.Credit: Krishna DattyA dandelion in the grass.Credit: Krishna DattyA close-up photograph of a pine cone resting on the ground, surrounded by green grass. The background is softly blurred with a warm golden light, suggesting a sunrise or sunset. The focus is primarily on the intricate details of the pine cone.Credit: Krishna DattyClose-up of tree branches with small red budding flowers against a clear blue sky. The branches are slender and seem to be evenly distributed, creating a delicate, intricate pattern. The bright red buds stand in contrast to the vibrant blue background.Credit: Krishna DattyClose-up of several yellow daffodil flowers blooming near the base of a tree. The petals are brightly lit, contrasting with the darker, blurred background of dry twigs and leaves.Credit: Krishna DattyClose-up of small red flowers blooming on a thin, leafless twig. The background is blurred, drawing attention to the delicate red blossoms and the intricate details of their petals and stems.Credit: Krishna DattyA close-up of delicate white wildflowers with yellow centers growing on slender green stems, set against a warmly lit blurry background of foliage. The image exudes a serene, natural atmosphere with golden autumnal hues.Credit: Krishna DattyA close-up of green leaves and round seed pods on a branch, bathed in warm, golden sunlight. The background is softly blurred, capturing a serene, sunset ambiance.Credit: Sydney DanielsA black bird with a distinctive red and yellow patch on its wing perches on a tree branch against a clear blue sky. The bird appears to be looking downward, and some green leaves are visible near the branch.Credit: Sydney DanielsA cluster of vibrant pink blossoms on branches with green leaves stretches against a clear blue sky. The flowers are abundant, with some partly open and others fully bloomed, creating a vivid and lively contrast against the serene backdrop.Credit: Sydney DanielsClose-up of a tree trunk with rough, textured bark on the left side of the image. The background is blurred, featuring various shades of green from leaves and foliage, creating a natural and serene atmosphere.Credit: Sydney DanielsClose-up of a white trillium flower with three petals, blooming in soft sunlight. The center of the flower has yellow stamens, and green leaves are partially visible in the background, highlighting the delicate texture and elegance of the petals.Credit: Sydney DanielsA group of fluffy yellow goslings swim together on a calm lake, with green reflections of trees visible on the water's surface. The goslings are close together, creating a sense of unity and peacefulness in the serene natural setting.Credit: Sydney DanielsA close-up of a white trillium flower with three petals and a yellow center, surrounded by lush green foliage.Credit: Sydney DanielsA cluster of pale pink and white flowers with yellow centers in full bloom on a tree. The branches are adorned with green leaves, and the background is softly blurred, emphasizing the delicate beauty of the blossoms.Credit: Alex PereschukA black and white woodpecker clings to the side of a tree trunk against a clear blue sky. The bird is slightly tilted with its head facing upwards. Bare branches surround the bird and tree trunk.Credit: Alex PereschukScenic view of a calm pond bordered by leafless trees and dry grasses on a winter day. The sky is partly cloudy, and there is a light dusting of snow on the ground near the water's edge.Credit: Alex PereschukA robin with a bright orange breast and dark gray back is perched on the top edge of a sign. The background is blurred, showing hints of leafless branches, indicating a setting in early spring or late fall. The portion of the sign visible reads "DANGER.Credit: Alex PereschukA groundhog with a thick, brownish-gray fur coat sits on the grass near a wire fence. The surrounding area has patches of green grass and dried leaves. The groundhog is facing sideways and appears relaxed.Credit: Alex PereschukA graceful white swan glides across a rippling blue lake. The swan's wings are partially raised, and its orange beak and black facial markings are visible.Credit: Alex PereschukClose-up of a black bird with a small patch of reddish-brown on its wing, perched amidst leafless branches. The background is blurred, highlighting the bird's detailed feathers and focused gaze.Credit: Alex PereschukClose-up of a dried, spiky thistle with a blurred background. The thistle's texture and intricate patterns are highlighted, while slender, curved stems encircle it, creating an intricate and striking natural focal point.Credit: Alex PereschukA serene, leafless forest scene in autumn with a calm, narrow stream reflecting the clear sky and trees. Sparse vegetation and bare branches frame the waterway, while distant trees with some green foliage are visible, signaling the transition between seasons.Credit: Alex PereschukA small, grey rodent peeking out from a burrow amidst dry leaves, twigs, and branches. Its pink nose is prominently visible, and it appears to be partially hidden by the natural debris around it.Credit: Alex PereschukA small bird with a distinctive yellow and black striped crown sits on a tangle of branches. Its feathers are soft and light gray, blending in with the earthy tones of the surrounding foliage. The bird's focused gaze and pose highlight its delicate features. 2024-05-01T16:56:30-04:00