Don't Medicate, Meditate.

#HeyFrancis | This has been a intense week for me to say the least - so many revelations, a few heartbreaks, and still recovering from my knee injury in the Philippines.  In the midst of all the stress and confusion, I'm so grateful for photography.  More than just art, it acts as meditation for me - allowing me the chance to escape reality, even just briefly, to capture a glimpse of light and beauty in what can often seem like such a dark and somber world.  Here's a shot I captured this evening as I watched the sunset reflecting off the Westin in Downtown Los Angeles.  S/o to the homie Christine who's celebrating her 28th Birthday today - this one's for you!

Gear:  Canon 5D Mark III, 24-70mm f/2.8L Mark II Lens, Amazon Basics Travel Tripod, ZOMEI Variable ND Filter

Settings:  24mm, ISO 100, f/8, 2.0 second exposure