KIRK SHORTE

KAILUA-KONA RESIDENT & OWNER OF KIRK SHORTE PHOTOGRAPHY LLC

PHOTO ONE: The trees bordering this one lane road and leading to the neighborhood below looked like a wooden tunnel with a few skylights in its roof to let the sun's rays light the way. I never venture down there, but at this time of year, the jade vines are in bloom and I couldn't miss that.

PHOTO TWO: As a professional photographer, I'm always finding beauty in what surrounds me. But now in quarantine, I'm rediscovering the wonders and activities around my house. Like this moment: Two snaps of the same Myna bird flying out to catch a meal for its growing family.

PHOTO THREE: While stuck inside, I've kept my creativity alive at home and discovered unexpected beauty just outside my window or front door. It's comforting to recognize the beauty in the small details all around us like this young gecko catching a few rays of sunshine before the daily rain showers.