A man takes an early morning walk near Bethany Beach, DE. The colors of the sunrise brought me out to shoot and luckily he came by just at the right time. Photo taken by Bill Jonscher (United States) - Nature

-I was in Dubrovnik a couple years ago, and I was surprised with this absolutely unusual scene. They are staring at me without any anger between them. If the people can try to understand the animals in proper way, probably the world will be better place for living -Dubrovnik,Croatia,08.09.2008 -They are somebodys pets :) Photo taken by Senka Paunovic (Bosnia & Herzegovina) - Animals/Pets

At our annual Easter egg hunt, it appears this little boy has a unique way to carry his basket! Photo taken by Nancy Kichurchak (United States) - Humor

Thinking Easter thoughts!! Photo taken by Ellen Hodges (United States) - Holidays/Events

This picture is from the Hawaiian island of Oahu, on the Wiliwilinui Ridge hike. There was a heavy mist rolling down the mountain that provided the perfect backdrop for this isolated tree. Photo taken by Davron Bowman (United States) - Nature

We always love the beach pics. All 4 seasons are awesome :)Grand Lake Photo taken by Dave Nightingale (Canada) - Nature

This photo was taken at the Turtle Back Zoo in Essex County ,N.J. Photo taken by frank Ingram (United States) - Animals/Pets

A child waits to scoop some sea water at the beach. Ocean grove NJ I do most of my shots in color, however, on this day at a moment's notice I decided to try B&W. I was amazed at the outcome! On reviewing the shot I noticed this child with a jar in the foreground that added more life to the picture. Photo taken by Nduche Onyeaso (United States) - Artistic/Creative

This picture is very creative and different. My friends and I were messing around and started drawing on eggs and it was picture worthy. All these eggs have emotions on their shells, so they seem, emotional. Photo taken by Kelsey (United States) - Humor

This is a picture of my cousin on a hike, Friendship Gardens, in Kaneohe Bay, HI. Photo taken by Mele Johnson (United States) - Nature

It took me 15 years to finally gain access to the Main Cables. (My favorite Bridge) I was on the inner Main Cable, NY side. It was April 17th 2008 This is one of thousands of images for an eventual B&W coffee table book on New York's great bridges. Photo taken by Dave Frieder (United States) - Artistic/Creative

Editor's Note: Enjoy today's International Picture of the Day selection! Photo taken by petitdemange (France) - Nature

This is a beautiful place in San Francisco which comes alive in the evening. Photo taken by Maria Coulson (United States) - Travel/Vacation

This is one of my most beautiful places to be. It is Portland Headlight in Cape Elizabeth Maine. I grew up in Maine but now live in Manitoba Canada,far away from any ocean. My husband & one of my boys were there for a visit in Nov.2010 My son captured this picture. This picture is special to me because it represents home and brings back so many memories. Photo taken by Nick Dietrich (United States) - Travel/Vacation

I captured this image while snorkeling @ Kapalua Bay on the island of Maui.It was taken February of 2012. I love to snorkle & it can be a challenge to photograph underwater respecting the sealife & the coral. I was elated to see this image showing the beautiful detail of this wonderful creature. Photo taken by Laurie Rabatich (Canada) - Travel/Vacation

This is Kelsey who is going to turn 17 later this month. I've known her since she was 16 months old and used to babysit her for about 8 years. She and her older sister are like part of our family. Photo taken by Laura Kalcheff (United States) - People/Family/Friends

Under the watchful eyes of their teacher tiny tots of Fakirchak village attends an Anganwadi center. Photo taken by Rajib Singha (India) - People/Family/Friends

The day before her wedding day, after talking about her love for her partner, she looked at me with her eyes, hair undone, as she put down her Starbucks. In her eyes I could see how strong she felt, for herself and for the woman she was about to marry in 24 hours. Photo taken by Tom Kirwan (United States) - People/Family/Friends

This picture was taken when i was visiting my hometown in Kerala.Saw 2 guys sittin at the enterance and enjoying nature to the fullest.. Photo taken by Jinu Joseph (India) - Nature

Took it during my visit to USA in August. Photo taken by Jithin P Roshan (India) - Travel/Vacation

This picture is special to me because i love the spring time and this captures that perfectly. I took this in May. This picture relates to the theme i selected because it is a nature environment and there flowers in the open Photo taken by Kailey Amburgey (United States) - Nature

Editor's Note: Enjoy today's International Picture of the Day selection! Photo taken by Marius Visser (Netherlands) - Nature

This is my friend Fred (a beautiful young woman)...when I was a kid (around the dawn of time, I had an Italian barber,named Dom, who use to cut my hair...I don't think Dom (if he were alive today) could have ever imagined how sexy a crew cut could look. Photo taken by John Molligo (United States) - People/Family/Friends

God allows His tears to fall from the heavens, and they quench the thirst of those willing to catch them. Photo taken by Rachelle Crockett (United States) - Nature