I have been so inspired lately. It is not just about shooting pictures. But more so about being motivated to do things and be creative. It is indeed liberating to just explore possibilities and create things and not worry so much about pinning a style or genre into the outcome. Just allowing my inner senses take me and guide me back to exactly where I belong!

So I found these little monsters at the National Aboretum over Labor Day. I was beyond ecstatic. I kept coming back to shoot them using a couple of lenses 100mm/1.8 and 50mm/1.2L. Some would rather go for macro or closeup but I have never been crazy over theses styles since they tend to be more on the impressionistic side...not my cup of tea. But then again I may give extension tubes a try someday. You just never know!

Chilli (chili or chile) peppers have always been one of my favorite food condiments. More so the best because food would taste completely bland if a chilli or 2 is missing. And I mean you have to eat them raw to be able to savor its true essence (your dignity will be harshly judged and stepped on if you're afraid to try). From the fresh aroma to the final kick of spiciness that just expodes in your mouth and down your throat and makes your eyes water with happy painful tears...heavenly!