BLESSED’

Florida sunsets are beautiful; you cannot go wrong. For 20 years I have been blessed to be able to see a Florida sunset … and this one was very stunning. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.” St. Augustine’s Amanda Griffis shot her portrait under the SR 206 Bridge in St. Johns County using a Canon Rebel T7.

My grandfather was an avid self-taught photographer. When he retired from Police Chief of Lake Wales, Florida, photography was one of his favorite hobbies. He loved to capture Florida wildlife at different parks, reserves, roadsides or even in his backyard. He took this photo in his backyard canal in Lake Wales, Florida.” —Madison Helm; The late Gary Helm of Lake Wales, Florida shot this photo on his Canon PowerShot SX60 HS.

‘BEAUTIFUL SCENE’

On a recent visit to Titusville, I visited a few sites on the wildlife refuge to photograph scrub jays and roseate spoonbills. When I finished up, I pulled off to an old instrument site near the space shuttle landing facility to catch the setting sun and was treated to this beautiful scene. I love to travel around the state to capture and share the beauty of our natural and historical areas.” Jeff Talbert of Argyle, Florida, shot his image in Titusville, Florida, using a Canon EOS R. @jefftalbertphotography on Instagram

Nothing beats capturing moments like this — the unscripted, true emotions. This is a photo of my son Trevor loving on a brahman calf, at only 2½ years old. He has spent his entire life watching momma do photoshoots of other children with animals. It warms my heart to see that he has developed a natural love for animals at such a young age. It’s a passion that I am very grateful to be able to share with him.” Tori Walker of Mulberry, Florida, captured this image using a Canon R6.

‘COWBOY UP!’

During his photography session, Westyn showed off some of his roping skills. He is four years old, likes to deer hunt, and loves his family, his dog and his horse.” Karen Quinn of Bristol, Florida, shot her portrait at the Bar R Ranch in Marianna, Florida, using a Nikon D500.