Message From Above: Stunning Lightning Storm Above Sardinia

The stunning images were captured from Daniele Macis’ roof top in Sardinia, Italy, on June 16.

The 26-year-old braved the violent lightning storm to take pictures of the natural phenomenon.

In one terrifying image a bright bolt lights up a mushroom cloud that hovers above the picturesque city frequented by holidaymakers.

Another shows three separate bolts hitting the ground as the city sleeps.

She said: “These thunderstorms are held frequently, especially in late summer and autumn. Most of the time they fall above the sea near the coast where is spectacular to photograph it. But often fall also above the city.

"Asphalt and concrete retain heat that builds up during the hottest days, helping to accelerate the evaporation of moisture from the soil. In this way the clouds swell even more.

“Photographing lightning hasn't been difficult but it is dangerous.

"When the electrical discharges are near the tripod where the camera is, if it's made of metal, it could act as lightning conductor and make the hobby of photography very dangerous.

“Usually, in the moment when I take this type of photographs, I feel very satisfied and happy because it is rare to be in the right place at the right time.

A lightning is unpredictable, uncontrollable and dangerous at the same time fascinating to watch and photograph.”