Colors of My Heart

The only concern I had while living in Mexico was safety.  At that time, incidents such as kidnappings, robberies, and even murders were frequent.  For peace of mind, I often traveled to the United States  during vacations .  These photos were taken during a Christmas holiday trip from Mexico to Las Vegas. My family stayed at the Bellagio, enjoyed the fountain show, and rode the Ferris wheel.  For a while, we were able to forget the security risks back in Mexico and truly relax. Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO ／ f2.8 ／ 1/60sec ／ ISO3200 ／ -0.7 Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO ／ f2.8 ／ 1/60sec ／ ISO1000 ／ -1.7 Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO ／ f2.8 ／ 1/60sec ／ ISO1000 ／ -1.7 Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO ／ f2.8 ／ 1/60sec ／ ISO2500 ／ 0.0 Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO ／ f2.8 ／ 1/60sec ／ ISO1250 ／ +0.3 Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO...

Whenever I visited Las Vegas, I always made sure to stop by Red Rock Canyon. The first time I went there, I was truly surprised to find such a canyon so close to the city. I still vividly remember how extremely hot it was. Located approximately 30 minutes by car from Las Vegas, the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is renowned for its breathtaking scenery shaped by striking red sandstone formations. Attracting over two million visitors annually, it has become one of the most popular natural destinations in the region. A 21-kilometer one-way scenic drive offers travelers the chance to admire dramatic landscapes from the comfort of their vehicle—including the vibrant contrast of red and white rocks at Calico Hills and sweeping views from the High Point Overlook. The area features a wide range of hiking trails, accommodating everyone from beginners to experienced trekkers, with spring and autumn offering the most pleasant conditions. At Sandstone Quarry, once an active mining sit...