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Check out a few samples below of the best photos from my travels, and then head over to JKCopenhaverPhotography.com peruse and purchase:

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Turquoise bay
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Harbour Art
Black Sand Beach
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The open road in Colorado
Route 66 road trip
Window Sunset
Driving through a rainbow of colors in New Hampshire
Duck Family
Leap of faith
Maui landscape
Queenstown from Above
Road to Hana
Upstate New York
A hike to Arches National Park in Utah
Beauty in Utah
Freefall in Wellington
Freefall in Wellington
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Abandoned church in New Mexico
The Northeastern Coast of America

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Hi, friends! I'm Julie—a photographer from Texas who quit her desk job to travel the world for a year! (Wait, just a year!?) Follow along with my journey as I share stories and photos from around the globe.

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武士道 “If you embark on an uncharted path, i 武士道 “If you embark on an uncharted path, infinite secrets will appear at the end.” — Bushido I love this Japanese proverb from the Bushido (the Samurai code of conduct). It felt perfect to help round out my last posting from this unique, unforgettable—and at times—challenging trip to Japan. With each new destination and unchartered path, I've indeed found, that the farther you stretch yourself from your time zone and comfort zone, the more rewarding the trip and the greater the personal growth. Thank you, all, for following along and encouraging me on these incredible adventures. Keep traveling, keep exploring—it's a big world with infinite beauty! And a reminder, all photos from this series are currently on display at Lamppost Coffee in Georgetown, Texas! #japan #japanese #torii #gold #doors #shrine #lantern #floatingtorii #tokyo #landoftherisingsun #sunrise #cityscape #travel #explore #getoutsideyourcomfortzone #boldandbrave #traveltheworld #travelphotographer #womenwhotravel
侘寂 Wabi-Sabi "Finding beauty in simplicity" J 侘寂 Wabi-Sabi "Finding beauty in simplicity" Japanese culture — wow. Simple yet profound. Tradition mixed with modernism. Kindness, gratitude and respect … for themselves and others. “What do Japanese artisans, engineers, Zen philosophy, and cuisine have in common? Simplicity and attention to detail.” — Hector Garcia These are a few of my favorite pics of the Japanese culture: the hungry buddhas (as I call them, but apparently the bibs represent prayers for children), Ema wooden prayer cards, daily life at the fish market, a traditional pair of geta (sandals), sake barrels and a wooden torii at a Shinto shrine — and a delightful interaction in Nara between a child and a deer ... yes, they both bowed to each other a few times before the treat was taken. So unique and perfectly Japanese. #japan #japanese #shinto #shrine #buddha #prayers #ema #nara #deer #sake #geta #travel #explore #getoutsideyourcomfortzone #beboldbebrave #traveltheworld #travelphotographer #womenwhotravel
美しい Utsukushii “Profoundly beautiful” T 美しい Utsukushii “Profoundly beautiful” The amazing scenery of Japan! This little series highlights the stunningly gorgeous landscapes across the country. From Autumn coastal vibes and cloudy cherry blossom days to sunlight and smiles during full sakura bloom. Profoundly beautiful in all ways. #japan #japanese #scenery #Utsukushii #beautiful #leaves #autumn #vibes #sakura #cherryblossom #fall #spring #landscapes #pagoda #path #road #mountains #love #hearts #fashion #kimono #travel #explore #getoutsideyourcomfortzone #beboldbebrave #traveltheworld #travelphotographer #womenwhotravel
混雑した Konzatsu shita "Crowded" This is one 混雑した Konzatsu shita "Crowded" This is one of my favorites from the trip! A quick capture of the crowds, the culture, and the vibes around train transportation in Japan. I'd heard stories of the packed trains but to experience it first-hand was crazy. The men in uniforms really do push you inside the car if need be, yet everyone was polite, quiet and respectful. Proper etiquette is to bring one bag with you on the train, not take up much space, give up your seat for elders, and no loud noises out of your mouth or your phone. It was amazing. #japan #japanese #train #bullettrain #crowds #Shinkansen #Densha #travel #explore #getoutsideyourcomfortzone #beboldbebrave #traveltheworld #travelphotographer #womenwhotravel
鯉の滝登り Koi no taki nobori This Japanes 鯉の滝登り Koi no taki nobori This Japanese proverb translates as the "Koi's ascent up a waterfall.” The koi’s migration upstream rivers through waterfalls is a difficult one. They swim with such strength and ferocity that Japanese culture compares them to Samurais. It was surreal to see these peaceful creatures gliding silently through gardens across the country. This particular pond was found, fittingly, in the Ninjadera (Ninja Temple). Each one of the temple gardens—the moss, the greenery, the verdant growth in the midst of a pink storm of pedals—was refreshing, comforting, and complimentary to the season. Such a special time to visit this unique country! #japan #japanese #kanazawa #ninja #ninjatemple #Ninjadera #pink #green #moss #spring #pagoda #koi #koifish #orange #white #fish #travel #explore #getoutsideyourcomfortzone #beboldbebrave #traveltheworld #travelphotographer #womenwhotravel
桜花爛漫 Oukaran-man “Full-blooming cherry 桜花爛漫 Oukaran-man “Full-blooming cherry blossoms everywhere” What an absolute delight to see Japanese cherry blossoms in full bloom (満開 Mankai)! We all know timing is everything — but it’s also something we have no control over. You can plan a trip and aim for the right timeframe, but sometimes you completely miss the mark. But other times, fate intervenes and God allows the magic to unfold right in front of your eyes. Each of these photos is an absolute favorite of mine — especially the man with his dog sitting quietly under the falling pedals. Such a special moment. #japan #japanese #hiroshima #cherryblossoms #mankai #sakura #pink #spring #travel #explore #getoutsideyourcomfortzone #boldandbrave #traveltheworld #travelphotographer #womenwhotravel
一期一会 🌸“Once in a lifetime encounter”🌸 This yojijukugo (四字熟語 / よじじゅくご) literally translates as “one time, one meeting.” I can’t think of a better way to describe the cherry blossom (Sakura 桜) season in Japan. Fleeting and fluttering, the petals fall from the trees like a silent snowfall in the mountains. No wonder this season is revered in Japanese culture, representing hope, transition, and renewal. I was honored and blessed to experience the season in full bloom this year as I traveled throughout the country. There’s nothing quite like sitting silently under a Sakura tree and feeling the pedals land on your face. #japan #japanese #kyoto #cherryblossom #sakura #yojijukugo #pink #spring #pagoda #torii #himejicastle #hanazonoshrine #travel #explore #getoutsideyourcomfortzone #beboldbebrave #traveltheworld #travelphotographer #womenwhotravel
朱に交われば赤くなる ❤ "Touch red pigm 朱に交われば赤くなる ❤ "Touch red pigment, become red" ❤ Here we go, friends ... off to Japan! **And those who follow my IG stories know I'm just back from Southern Africa and eyeball deep in those edits...but I'm weird and linear and have to have Japan on the squares first! ** This Japanese proverb or kotowaza (諺 / ことわざ) literally means if you mix something with red pigment, the object becomes red, too. And it perfectly represents my Spring trip to Japan. The vibrant vermillion of the toriis, the billowing incense hovering just above temple worshipers, and the cacophony of language, trains, and crowds juxtaposed against the quiet kindness and polite traditions ...somehow it all seeps into your soul - no matter how challenging it becomes - and creates Japanese magic that sticks with you forever. Touch red pigment, become red. Now I understand. 🇯🇵 #japan #japanese #tokyo #kyoto #torii #shrine #fushimiinari #shinjuku #sensojitemple #kasugataisha #red #cityscape #travel #explore #getoutsideyourcomfortzone #beboldbebrave #traveltheworld #travelphotographer #womenwhotravel
"Egypt is full of dreams, mysteries, memories." - "Egypt is full of dreams, mysteries, memories." - Janet Erskine Stuart Such a unique and mystical country! Around every corner is a glimpse of something ancient, something thought-provoking. Even this glimpse of the pyramid through the market stall conjures up visions of Cleopatra and ancient chariot races. Absolutely surreal. #egypt #egyptian #pyramidsofgiza #pyramids #cairo #ancientegypt #mystery #chariot #everydayegypt #shopping #souvenir #egyptians #travel #wander #explore #wanderlust #jkcopenhaverphoto
"I love shopping. There is a little bit of magic f "I love shopping. There is a little bit of magic found in buying something new." - Rebecca Bloom Magic indeed! This beautiful bazaar in Cairo was a feast for the senses. It was fun to tuck away down a long corridor and watch the world pass by through light and shadows. #egypt #magical #shopping #cairo #bazaar #middleeasttravel #muslimfashion #lightandshadow #lanterns #travel #wander #wanderlust #explore #egyptian #traveltheworld #travelgram
"A beautiful thing is never perfect." – Egyptian "A beautiful thing is never perfect." – Egyptian proverb This train! Absolutely stunning. It was just sitting there rugged and beautiful, tucked behind a desolate little depot in Wadi Rum. I always like to imagine things in their heyday ... who was traveling through the Jordan desert on this emerald gem? Was it used in the time of Lawrence of Arabia? So many questions and wild visions of middle eastern grandeur! #i❤️jordan🇯🇴 #wadirum #desertvibes #train #traincar #green #orange #sand #oldtrain #traveltheworld #explore #wanderlust #trainstagram #boxcar #desertlife #middleeasttravel #lawrenceofarabia #jkcopenhaverphoto
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