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August 12, 2011

[SkyWatch] Manila Bay Sky Drama

The skies around here have not been very colorful these past weeks, but perhaps you will enjoy this evening sky over Manila Bay from my archives.

 
Manila Bay, 2010


While the sun was still bright on the bay, it started to pour rain just outside the condo we were in, leisurely watching the sky entertain us.


Two- and four-wheeled traffic on a wet Roxas Boulevard. This avenue along the bay had/has the natural potential to rival Nice on the French Riviera, but mayor after mayor just doesn't get it.


Other than slight cropping, these images are straight out of the camera. I join the spectacular skies linked at SkyWatch Friday as well as creative reflections at Weekend Reflections.

43 comments:

  1. LizAugust 12, 2011 at 2:35 AM

    Very dramatic skies!

    Happy sky watching.

    Liz @ A Simple Life

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  2. Ms. BeckyAugust 12, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    no matter that they're from archives, they're splendid shots! I especially like that third one. it's oh-so-dreamy. happy SWF Francisca.

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  3. Sylvia KAugust 12, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    Oh, dramatic they are, Francisca!! Love the reflections on the water and the color! Really awesome captures for the day! Hope you have a lovely weekend!

    Sylvia

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  4. EaglesbrotherAugust 12, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    Wow..simply Beautiful...love the suns rays streaming down from the clouds

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  5. DinaAugust 12, 2011 at 2:50 AM

    Dramatic pictures. You are so lucky to see a cloud, have some rain.

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  6. RajeshAugust 12, 2011 at 3:00 AM

    Wonderful shots. The last two are too good.

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  7. AnonymousAugust 12, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    I thoroughly enjoyed these skies of my homeland. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. tw3August 12, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    Is there more than one Francisca, or does she travel a lot:-)?
    I thought it was Rumania.
    Very good photos. clear and interesting.

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  9. jooAugust 12, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    Lovely!Great gig on the sky:)
    Hugs
    J.

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  10. VALKYRIENAugust 12, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    This is so bautiful! Dramatic sky and gorgeous colors! The second shot is devine!

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  11. fredamansAugust 12, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    All are elegant shots!

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  12. genieAugust 12, 2011 at 4:34 AM

    Such dreamy and magical shots...I would much rather be there than hike in were Buddy is. Sorry the mayors do not get it. The spot is drop dead gorgeous. Hope all is well. 3 days til I am back at school and summer is over. Still have 2 1/2 weeks before I see Bud again. A LONG TIME! Genie

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  13. jabblogAugust 12, 2011 at 4:45 AM

    I like the metallic look that summer skies sometimes take on - incredible and so impressive. When they dissipate one wonders if they were actually ever present.

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  14. CarolaAugust 12, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    Awesome shots. Perfect as always. Each one has a lot to tell.

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  15. B i r g i t t aAugust 12, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    Beautiful skies Francisca! They look so mighty with the tiny trees and boats :)
    Happy SWF!

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  16. KarenAugust 12, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    Stunning shots. I like the golden hue of the reflections.

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  17. T. BecqueAugust 12, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    I enjoyed these very much. Such beauty!

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  18. Kim, USAAugust 12, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Beautiful skies. Looks very warm there. ^_^

    SWF

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  19. AndreaAugust 12, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Fantastic shots as usual Francisca! Do you know that i haven't seen the famous Manila Bay sunset? But the serendipitous thing for us is that our titles for Skywatch Friday both have the word drama! So we both think of our sunsets with drama. I love that. By the way, i log in at 8am here and i am already #117 while you're #4, i bet you linked at 1-2am being nocturnal, as you previously said. LOL.

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  20. Oakland Daily PhotoAugust 12, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Definitely has that Côte d'Azure feel to it. A pity the Powers That Be do not see what's in front of them.

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  21. lina@women's perspectivesAugust 12, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Love seeing all...awesome :)

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  22. KalaAugust 12, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Love the light and sepia tones in the last 2 images!

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  23. Luna MirandaAugust 12, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    these are gorgeous shots! i love the hazy, dreamy feel of the 3rd photo.

    P.S. re our question--i was in Punta Bulata last March.

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  24. AnonymousAugust 12, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Wow - the light and rays are stunning!

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  25. Jidhu JoseAugust 12, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    great shots

    happy SWF

    My SWF
    My Portfolio

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  26. arabesqueAugust 12, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    if only we have less corrupt officials and instead be more dedicated with their job and bring out the best in Manila.
    beautiful sunset renditions.
    captivating!
    and yes, we do have one of the most dramatic sunsets here. ^0^

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  27. Pat TillettAugust 13, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Old or new, that lighting is amazing! The splotch of sunlight in the second photo must have made you so excited when you saw it!

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  28. Pat TillettAugust 13, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    Oops! I forgot to add something. As to your comment at my place about the Santa Ynez valley... The only thing most people know about that valley is Solvang. Don't get me wrong, I like Solvang, but only about every 5 years or so...

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  29. Leckeres fuer Mensch und Katze - Goodies for a pleasant lifeAugust 13, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    Great photos! Most I like the last one :) LG Tina

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  30. 'TsukiAugust 13, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    The first two shots are really impressive : the clouds are marvelous on them... But the all set of picture is so nice to look at ! Thanks for the sharing...

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  31. NatureFootstepAugust 13, 2011 at 3:43 AM

    the first photo is my favourite. :)

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  32. DianneAugust 13, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    I love dramatic skies!! and you captured these beautifully

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  33. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪August 13, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    I like the big round sun. How many did you experiment before you got the perfect one?

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  34. DianneAugust 13, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Beautiful photos with the ships in the fore-ground.
    Have a safe and enjoyable week-end.

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  35. Lynette KillamAugust 13, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Such lovely shots these are! I find few things more beautiful than a dramatic sky, and you've captured this one so very well...:)

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  36. Tatjana ParkachevaAugust 13, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Very nice photos.

    Regards!

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  37. GineAugust 14, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Quelle belle série ! Chaque photo avec son caractère ... Bravo !

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  38. UnknownAugust 14, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Gorgeous. Love the big skies, the sepia, the silhouttes.

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  39. JamesAugust 14, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Your photos are wonderful and the sky is glorious!

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  40. eileeninmdAugust 14, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Beautiful skies, Francisca! I love the rays shining thru on the first shot. Just lovely, happy skywatching!

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  41. UnknownAugust 14, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous shots! It's one of those posts in which you can't choose a favourite.

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  42. LowellAugust 17, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    The top three remind me vividly of some photos I've seen of that area during WWII! Wow! Impressive.

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  43. CassyAugust 17, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Very vivid shots!
    Is this taken in Manila, Philippines?

    Cassy from Beginner Free Guitar Lessons

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