Display of a hulu hoop vendor stand forms a colorful abstract of curved rainbow colors. Photo taken by Peter Anderson (United States) - Artistic/Creative

A Bee is looking for honey in hyacinthus orientalis. I take this photo in Hong Kong in March 2013 Photo taken by Leka Huie (Hong Kong SAR China) - Nature

This picture is special to me cause it is of our Persian cat: Cameh. Picture was taken in my parent's house. This picture relates to the theme of: Animals/Pets cause it is a picture of our cat. Photo taken by Dennis Laborada (United States) - Animals/Pets

This was taken at the Quick Check Balloon Festival in NJ. It is always a fun event! Photo taken by linda walker (United States) - Holidays/Events

Melbourne Florida 2015. No matter the circumstances, dandelions keep trying to "spread the word", so to speak. Photo taken by Ken Pichon (United States) - Nature

Editor's Note: Enjoy today's International Picture of the Day selection! Photo taken by Carla Versteege (Netherlands) - Animals/Pets

I took this picture while hiking with my family at Fernridge Wildlife Area on September 6, 2012. Its a breath taking picture of wheat grass and the sun. Photo taken by Amanda (United States) - Nature

I am retired after 50 years in the work force and now spend my time on my small farm in Plant City Florida...enjoying the current home raised chicken craze.. Photo taken by Judith A Collins (United States) - Animals/Pets

Handsome boy with Blue Eyes. This was taken in September of this year with my Nikon D800 and Nikon 70-200 F2.8 lens. Photo taken by Patricia Isbell (United States) - People/Family/Friends

Taken while on a 13 day car trip through France and Italy. We spent three nights in Riquewihr, Alsace, France. By 10am the town was filled with day travelers, filling the streets and wine shops. It was great to experience empty street early and late in the day. Photo taken by Tom Purvis (United States) - Travel/Vacation

This was just a random shot clicked at Dal lake, Srinagar. This photo had been selected in many of the exhibitions at state level. When i had clicked this i also didn't have any idea this photo will be so good and lucky for me Photo taken by UJJWAL SAXENA (India) - Nature

It special to me because it is the America Flag are great Nation symbol. Took this picture in the back of my husband truck on 4th of July 2014. Photo taken by Beth Cain (United States) - Holidays/Events

A close-up of two lobsters wet from the ocean. Their colors were so strong and vibrant, I decided to focus on their colors and form for this frame. Photo taken by Odette (United States) - Artistic/Creative

this photo represents being healthy. Photo taken this winter 2015 at a flea market in Florida. Fresh fruits and vegetables are "nature" grown. Photo taken by HiLLARY (United States) - Nature

A special day at the Trinity River... Photo taken by Michele Isbell (United States) - People/Family/Friends

My daughter-in-law took this photograph of my son holding my grandson & I've been taking and looking at photos for over 40 years now - and it's one of my all time favorite photos - so I submitted it (with her permission...she's too humble to do it herself)... I have to admit that she and my son are both better photographers than I am (which makes me happy)...we all wonder about the little guy's potential for photographic talent - although we all also (sometimes) secretly hope he becomes a lawyer (starving artist isn't as fun as it sounds). Photo taken by ALEXA RUSH (United States) - People/Family/Friends

My daughter-in-law took this photograph of my son holding grandson & I've been taking and looking at photos for over 40 years now - and it's one of my all time favorite photos - so I submitted it (with her permission...she's too humble to do it herself)... I have to admit that she and my son are both better photographers than I am (which makes me happy)...we all wonder about the little guy's potential for photographic talent - although we all also (sometimes) secretly hope he becomes a lawyer (starving artist isn't as fun as it sounds). Photo taken by ALEXA RUSH (United States) - People/Family/Friends

Brillance of these flowers captured my thoughts. Photo taken by Tony R. Wagstaff (Canada) - Nature

Captured in the open pond at Flamingo Gardens in Davie, Florida - flamingogardens.org Photo taken by Lorenzo Cassina (United States) - Animals/Pets

Mt Rainier is in the Pacific Northwest where rainy and gloomy weather happen often. I took this picture on the night before my hike to Camp Muir(Mt Rainier's base camp). The weather was not good as it was very cloudy and foggy. I waited until 2am for the sky to clear up. The night was cold despite being in the middle of summer. Mt Rainier is already majestic by itself and it is truly a sight to behold. Photo taken by Zi Xian Leong (United States) - Nature

pure happiness Photo taken by Alina Linnik (Kyrgyzstan) - People/Family/Friends

This is a photograph taken in studio of my dearest Twister, my best friend. The day I got out of the hospital after a massive operation, my boyfriend brought me this adorable puppy named Twister. From that day he has never left my side and without him, I wouldnt have recovered as well as I have. This photograph was taken in 2011 in Cape Town. Twister is not only my pet, but my best friend, my bed buddy, my psychologist and my kid <3 Photo taken by CJ Jordaan (South Africa) - Animals/Pets

This pic is special to me because it was the beginning of a journey. It was on a boat on my way to Naxos, a Greek island. I think it relates to the theme of travel because it has the dark blue like the sea and the sky,the yellow like the sun and the moon the red of the desire to explore. This are always great companions when you travel.You can always relate. Photo taken by ALEXANDRA KRASSA (Greece) - Travel/Vacation

I love flowers a lot and seeing the flowers bloom after a long time of nurturing it makes me happy. I took this in my garden at home during midday. Flowers are part of nature and its beauty. I wish to share the happiness I get from blooming flowers to everyone else who sees this picture. Photo taken by Saki Le (United States) - Nature

Editor's Note: Enjoy today's International Picture of the Day selection! Photo taken by Melina Novaes (Brazil) - People/Family/Friends

I was taking photos of my pup having fun at Dania beach, Florida. I didn't notice the reflection or shadow until I saw it on the computer. Photo taken by Patty Birdsong (United States) - Animals/Pets