Gizmo is a barking owl that lives at Lone Pine, a sanctuary near where I live. I visit him often and he is one of my favourites. Photo taken by Marianne Purdie (Australia) - Animals/Pets

Graduation Day, June 2005, Wethersfield High School. Pictured here, my favorite student. Photo taken by Richard Grant (United States) - Holidays/Events

U.S. Navy Blue Angels fly in formation at the 2005 Springfield Air Rondezvous. Photo taken by David S. April (United States) - Travel/Vacation

This is an elephant at the San Diego zoo. I took this shot when I was there with my grandchildren in August. I especially liked the close-up look at his wrinkled skin and his eyelashes. When we look at this picture, we can all remember our fun day together. Photo taken by Susan Appel (United States) - Animals/Pets

This photo was taken in Sile, Turkey located on Black Sea Coast (70km from Istanbul). Photo taken by Ahmed Hadrovic (Türkiye) - Artistic/Creative

This picture was taken during a little league tournament last Fall and in 100+ degree heat. I loved the focus and timing of this particular shot. Photo taken by Amy Anderson (United States) - People/Family/Friends

This picture was taken in Leicester Square, London. It was a quite an experince to see rickshaws in such a city. The fast moving bus in the background of a realxed rickshaw puller makes it special. Photo taken by Vijay Varanasi (India) - Travel/Vacation

My husband, Michael, and his new best friend. They are like two peas in a pod! Photo taken by Laura Clay Ballard (United States) - People/Family/Friends

I love this picture because of the expression in the eyes of the 5 month old baby. Those eyes have depth. Her mom thinks the world of her and it shows in the gentle kiss. Photo taken by Andrew Potter (United States) - People/Family/Friends

This is my beautifully pregnant friend Sheryl. There is simply nothing more gorgeous than the curves of woman expecting. Photo taken by Tiffani LaNeave (United States) - Artistic/Creative

One of my oldest and dearest friends, holding her 4-week-old son. The picture was taken in studio light and I used a flash. I changed it to B&W using Photo Shop. Photo taken by Amy Anderson (United States) - People/Family/Friends

This was taken on the Tel-Aviv Port Boardwalk on a cool autumn night in October 2005. I loved the shimmering droplets of water on the boardwalk, the dramatic clouds in the sky, and the lonesome character to the right, soaking up the autumn breeze. Photo taken by Michal Yehezkel (Israel) - Travel/Vacation

I've lived in New York all my life and love giving tours to my out of state friends when they come to visit. This photograph was taken during one such sight-seeing adventure. No many how many times I get an opportunity to see this remarkable statue, it always resonates in a fresh way. With this shot, that's exactly what I wanted to bring out, a unique perspective of the beautiful Lady Liberty. Photo taken by Richard James (United States) - Artistic/Creative

This picture is very special to me because it is a picture of my niece, Jayne, in a very special event - The McDonald's All American High School Girls Basketball Game. The All American Team is made up of the top players in the nation. Jayne received the Most Valuable Player Award. Photo taken by Susan Appel (United States) - Holidays/Events

This particular statuesque creature looks so proud, no wonder our state is so well known for our beautiful horses. Taken at one of many horse farms in Kentucky. Photo taken by Karen McDowell (United States) - Animals/Pets

This is a picture of my son at the Wall of Hope, Vietnam Memorial that traveled to our area on 9-29-05. He was named after his great uncle who died in Vietnam, and is searching for his name. Photo taken by Angela Harter (United States) - People/Family/Friends

This is one of my best images that I have taken from my Kodak Camera DX6490. It is a photo of a plant growing in my neighbours garden--a type of succulant called an Agave plant. I love it because it is sculptural and has wonderful lines and curves. Nearly abstract in form and shape. Photo taken by Sherryl Johnston (Australia) - Nature

This shot represents the hard work and extreme effort required to produce the beauty and grace of ballet. Photo taken by Ron Beam (Brazil) - Artistic/Creative

I waited for about 45 minutes for a bee to come and sit on this flower in my side yard! I wanted to show how bees gather pollen. Photo taken by Chris Spangler (United States) - Nature

Racers in an Orlando Cyclist road race show the speed and intensity of a colorful competition. Photo taken by Peter Anderson (United States) - People/Family/Friends

Inside a sunshade against the sun. August 2005. Photo taken by Evy Johansen (Denmark) - Artistic/Creative

It's just another day at the park for my girls. This was taken in August 2005. I love to take pictures of them at parks, and they always know pictures first - then they may play. Photo taken by Lyndzie Thomason (United States) - People/Family/Friends

As a motorcycle lover I cannot resist the intricate beuty in the massive chromed engines. Pictured here, the maiden journey of a friend's new bike. Photo taken by Gretchen Steele (United States) - Artistic/Creative

This photo of Ozbekhisatan Boy was taken during Children Holiday in Istanbul. Photo taken by Ahmed Hadrovic (Türkiye) - People/Family/Friends