I was learning to take panning shots of bicyclists which often ride down on this steep road in La Jolla -- when this girl appeared at an unbelievable speed, and in this very unusual stance. I was lucky that one of my 3 shots of her I took in a continuous mode came out pretty sharp. Photo taken by Lev Tsimring (United States) - People/Family/Friends

I was standing behind this veteran last year at our community Memorial Day program. She came to attention when 'Taps' was played and I captured this shot. Photo taken by Ron Case (United States) - Holidays/Events

On the picture is my colleague from work. I am a librarian, and surrounded with books every day. As most people here do not read books, because they think that they are boring and just for geezers, this photo is showing that they can be fun too. Photo is taken in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Photo taken by Imrana Kapetanovic (Bosnia & Herzegovina) - People/Family/Friends

Our mare had her baby in eary April 2004. This photo of the latest addition to our family was taken the day after she was born. Photo taken by Patrick Campbell (United States) - Animals/Pets

Taken at Belmont Race Track during the Belmont Stakes, 2004. I thought it was interesting that there are 16 hooves in the photo, and very few of them are on the ground. Photo taken by Rob Friedman (United States) - Animals/Pets

This is my daughter just before her performance in the Kindergarten Circus at her school. I took the picture outside our home in Alabama in the early evening. It fits into the humor category well because she is so cute and funny and is making a silly face. Photo taken by Andrea Wigington (United States) - Humor

I think that this is one of the most beautiful photos I have ever made! :) Photo taken by Mirza Durakovic (Bosnia & Herzegovina) - Artistic/Creative

I took this picture at the Kowloon Park, in Hong Kong, on a rainy day. I was rushing back to office when the rain started -- and that's when I noticed these two people in this peculiar position, and thought it would make an interesting shot. Photo taken by Sanjay Pindiyath (Hong Kong SAR China) - People/Family/Friends

A rose called Pink Meidiland. Photo taken by Blake Heminger (United States) - Artistic/Creative

My daughter giving her little brother a quick kiss!!! Indoors with natural light only. Photo taken by Jessica McCollam (United States) - People/Family/Friends

I found this VW beatle in a narrow street in Istanbul. I was suprised that anyone could leave that "legend" in so bad a condition. I choose to photgraph in B&W because it shows better the situation. One legend more has gone... Photo taken by Ahmed Hadrovic (Türkiye) - Artistic/Creative

Not only is he extremely adorable, he's the kindest, most behaved dog I have ever seen. He is truly, one of those once in a lifetime dogs with his personality. Photo taken by Keith Hodos (United States) - Animals/Pets

This picture was taken during our family reunion in 2004, at Roaring River State Park, Missouri. Photo taken by Kyle Damon (United States) - People/Family/Friends

This photo was shot with a Kodak 6490 at Braddock Bay State Park, near Rochester, N.Y. Braddock Bay is one of the best places in the north east to watch Hawk migration in the spring. Photo taken by Michael Barone (United States) - Nature

This picture was taken in Keukenhoff in the Netherlands where the tulips are a spectacular event in spring. The girls are taking a break, and eating some peanuts. Photo taken by Elesha Halko (Netherlands) - People/Family/Friends

This photo is special to me because I chased this butterfly around in the hot sun for an hour to get this shot. It was taken in my neighborhood in Valdosta, GA. I think a butterfly exemplifies natural beauty. Photo taken by Thomas M. Lott, Jr. (United States) - Nature

A stylized tribute to our veterans, photographed at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. Photo taken by Drew and Dan Cohn (United States) - Artistic/Creative

This picture was taken in March '05 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. while on a business trip. I really like the colors and the way light comes through the window in the ceiling. Photo taken by Bryan Brazil (United States) - Travel/Vacation

This picture was taken on a day when one thousand caskets were placed in Washington D.C. to honor the soldiers who gave their lives fighting for our country. Photo taken by Jonathan Kobaly (United States) - Artistic/Creative

Interesting shapes and mood created by the traffic lights and the varied bacground of the buildings. Photo taken by Bob Flounders (United States) - Artistic/Creative

I took this shot in Istanbul, Turkey. I was effected by the message of the image "all thst existd on the earth. has it's last harbour." Photo taken by Ahmed Hadrovic (Türkiye) - Artistic/Creative

It was a beautiful afternoon and I was so thrilled to be walking the grounds of the Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna. I managed to escape the bustle of the city and go take pictures, which always makes me feel great. The light was just perfect and I took this wonderful picture of a young girl feeding the local song birds. What a great day! Photo taken by Kevin Kalwerisky (United States) - Nature

Photo of a Panda having a snack at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. Photo taken by Heidi Plum (United States) - Animals/Pets

The Morehouse Glee Club in action at the Shiloh Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. Photo taken by Damon Fernandes (United States) - Artistic/Creative