I took this picture last year and was told that it looks like silly string! Photo taken by Darcy Russell (United States) - Holidays/Events

Winter scene from Nature Park Zumberak, Croatia. Photo taken by Bojan Bencic (Croatia) - Artistic/Creative

I saw the people in traditional colorful dress with a happy mood in golden hour in the morning. I liked the background with camels. It was captured in a village near Pushkar, Rajasthan, India. Photo taken by Mukesh Srivastava (India) - Travel/Vacation

Photo taken at Nature Reserve in Israel. Photo taken by Moshe Geizler, PPSA (Israel) - Nature

I love to take photos in fog or mist. I applied the Orton Technique and added a sepia tone to this shot. Photo taken by Ron Case (United States) - Artistic/Creative

I took this photo because I was captivated by the elements of design. I love the shapes and play of light and shadow here. Photo taken by Nikki McDonald (United States) - Animals/Pets

I took this picture in Tunisia-Sahara, near the old market town of Tataouine. Photo taken by Stojiljkovic Zoran (Serbia) - People/Family/Friends

Just some chess pieces nicely lit. Photo taken by Elida Gutierrez (United States) - Humor

A candid shot of a friend of my daughter. I really like her hidden smile, which gives a mystical expression. Photo taken by Nilesh J. Bhange (India) - People/Family/Friends

Winter in Northern Michigan can be harsh with lots of snow, cold and wind. In the woodland of our farm the trees cast undulating shadows across the creek bed. The sun make the fresh snow sparkle like diamonds. Photo taken by Dorothy A. Mills (United States) - Nature

This snapshot was taken at a local festival in Okinawa, Japan. After a local cultural group had performed, they moved down the street. All of a sudden this little tyke, who had been performing with them, notices that they've moved on without him. He comes running down the street shouting "wait" at the top of his lungs to the applause and laughter of the crowd. Photo taken by Henry C. Ortega (Japan) - People/Family/Friends

This dilapidated barn photo was shot on a farm in near Dassel, MN in June 2009 during my lunch break at work. I feel the title is very fitting because the barn reminded me of a giant animal on its last legs just getting ready to lay down for the final time. The barn had a good life but the skeleton is all that remains. Photo taken by Wade McDonald (United States) - Nature

This photo was taken in Orissa, a state of India. The man is from the Bonda Tribe. Bondas are the oldest tribal people of Malkangiri District. Photo taken by TS Reddy (India) - People/Family/Friends

This is a foot bridge at the golf course in Ft. Dix New Jersey, taken in January 2009. I selected this photo because it represents crossing into the unknown. You can almost see what's on the other side, but not everything.
I selected the artistic/creative theme because of the perspective. Photo taken by Nicholas Phelps (United States) - Artistic/Creative

Indian women decorate their hands with Menhdi(Hena) during any festival or ceremony. This was taken in July 2009 during the rainy season (Sawan), and the ladies have decorated their hands to welcome rains.
I like design, patterns and colors of such Henna painting on the hands. After the Sawan Mahotsav was over, I requested my wife and her friends to pose for this shot. I am thankful to them for cooperating with me for this creative and artistic shot. Photo taken by Mukesh Srivastava (India) - Artistic/Creative

Beautiful together... Photo taken by Tressie Davis (United States) - People/Family/Friends

Late afternoon on Krk Island, Croatia Photo taken by Bojan Bencic (Croatia) - Artistic/Creative

Editor's Note: Enjoy today's International Picture of the Day selection! Photo taken by Mario Farinato (Italy) - People/Family/Friends

I took a photo of snow covered trees and transformed it into a colorful fantasy. Photo taken by Jessica Jenney (United States) - Artistic/Creative

My little flapper girl on her 2nd birthday. Photo taken by Belinda Randolph-Mills (United States) - People/Family/Friends

This raccoon came out of the woods while I was trying to photograph birds. Photo taken by Ellen Hodges (United States) - Animals/Pets

This picture was taken at Derjeeling, a beautiful hill station surrounded by snow caped Himalayan ranges. I liked the boys posture and his distinct expression. I have chosen this category because the picture makes me nostalgic about my vacation, the majestic mountain and it's people. Photo taken by Sandip Roy (India) - Travel/Vacation

I was having a cup of Turkish coffee on my balcony while taking a look at the newspapers, when I recognized that it was a nice scene for taking a picture, and to record the morning mood at five past seven. Photo taken by Ahmed Hadrovic (Türkiye) - Artistic/Creative

This photo was shot at a temple in Orcha, MP, India. Photo taken by Mukesh Srivastava (India) - People/Family/Friends

Early morning at Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe. Taken May 21, 2009.

Editor's Choice: Comment on this picture in Kodak's "A Thousand Words" blog. Photo taken by Maria Coulson (United States) - Nature

This was an idea that I saw from another photographer and thought I would try out myself. I like how it turned out and I also like it because he is my son! Photo taken by Tammy Chavies (United States) - People/Family/Friends

Caused by years of usage, the color change on the surface of this (probably) copper door is amazing. The image was taken at the Cathedral of Osnabrueck, Germany. Photo taken by Mustafa Kizilcay (Germany) - Artistic/Creative

I felt very fortunate to have caught a quick glimpse of a real Maiko or young Geisha in training, and her "younger sister" carrying her things for her. The "younger sister" (as they're referred to in Japan) study from one chosen Maiko, suitably titled, "older sister", until they too are ready to become a Maiko. Photo taken by Tatum Wulff (Canada) - Travel/Vacation

Chattanooga got snow for the first time in years on Dec 5, 2009. It really put a festive spirit to the area! Photo taken by Marylee Pope (United States) - Nature