Inspirational Photos of the Day

Brent’s photo of a broken-down homestead illustrates the power of photography to tell a story. You can just imagine the home that used to stand here and the people that used to work the land. It...

Though the most prominent feature in this shot by Kendall01 is the bug’s eyes, its wings are perhaps the most interesting aspect of the photo. The structure and shape of the wings as well as the...

This shot by astrodave is of the western end of the Grand Canyon. It’s much more desolate than other areas in the region, so it’s perfect for astrophotography thanks to an absence of light...

Jens Klettenheimer’s gorgeous photo shows the power of composition. By placing the primary ice chunk along the midline of the photo, it helps draw our eyes to it to investigate its shape and color....

It’s hard to go wrong when you combine a gorgeous lighthouse, foreground interest, a long exposure, and the colors of a sunset. All of these elements come together in beautiful fashion in Kyle’s...

This adorable little Downy Woodpecker was photographed beautifully by Bert. The placement of the bird in the frame is spot-on, with a little more room to the left of the bird so it has room to look...

This adorable infant portrait by Julia V. Photography demonstrates the importance of having the right accessories and props. It’s easy to overdo it when it comes to props for portraits, but as you...

Xpongen’s beautifully simple shot is a great lesson in removing the clutter from your images. Focusing on just the two blossoms in the foreground gives the photo a strong subject while blurring the...

The combination of the moody sky and the interesting architecture of the building make this shot by Glenn Donharl an ideal black and white photo. The brightness of the building offers a nice...

Joshua Snow’s shot of Zabriskie Point in Death Valley is a beautiful example of how layering can create a much more compelling image. Between the interesting landforms in the foreground and the...