ISLANDS Photo Contest Picture Of The Day: "Maldives Afternoon Storm Brewing"

Paula McCalester caught this breathtaking image of a coming storm while on her honeymoon in the Maldives. The intense colors and ominous clouds remind us of nature's beauty—and her power.

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*Note: Our picks for Picture of the Day have no bearing on the final judging of the ISLANDS Photo Contest. Read the full contest rules here.