Black Diamond Hills in Bloom

Yellow wildflowers cover the rolling green hills of Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in spring.

Spring in the East Bay is always a treat, and the hills of Black Diamond Mines are no exception. The bright yellow wildflowers create a vibrant contrast with the green hills, and the distant city adds a touch of urban life to the scene. I love the way the light filters through the clouds, creating a soft, diffused effect.

Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, Antioch, California