Summer Works!

After spending time away from the States over the summer, I found myself fascinated with Japanese culture. The lush greenery and almost surreal waters hypnotized me. While touring the country, I was inspired by the architecture and traditions. Something that was surprising to me was that no one could tour these two areas. 

 This top image of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, Japan, has been a part of the land for as long as hisotrians can remember. It's covered with very thin sheets of real gold, and surrounded by lush islands and millions of people swooning over it :) The architecture and poise it represents is so inspiring to me as an artist. 

This photo, of the Emperor's Palace Bridge, is so sacred to the history and culture of Japan that no one is even allowed on the bridge. Security guards hover over every photographer, protecting the country's emperor from harm.