May Photo Challenge The theme for the May photo challenge is Happy Orange! Our brain is a funny thing. If your brain is preoccupied or maybe even a little obsessed with something, you will encounter it in the world. You can use this feature of your brain to your...

April Photo Challenge The theme for the April photo challenge is Look Up! One of the biggest favors you can do for yourself when you're making pictures is to move around a lot. This allows you to shoot from different angles or points of view. One of the most...

Spring Photo Challenge The theme for the March photo challenge is Spring! I long for spring all winter long and I welcome it with open arms and a big smile. I feel like a sunflower when the first sunlight warms my face. I'm always facing the direction of the sun.  To...

Water Photo Challenge The theme for the February photo challenge is Water! Like light (last month's challenge), water is the source of life. More than half of our bodies are made up of water. Our beautiful planet is covered with water. It's everywhere and everything....

Photo Challenge Light and Shadow The theme for the January photo challenge is Light and Shadow! In photography, everything starts with light. And shadows. Because light is always accompanied by shadow. It’s one of the interesting things about photography I think. It...

Photo Challenge Gratitude The theme for the December photo challenge is Gratitude! December is a time for celebration but also for looking back and reflecting on the year that lies behind you. What are the things, people, and experiences you're grateful for? Because...

Photo Challenge Pets & Other Animals The theme for the November photo challenge is Pets & Other Animals! I love animals, I think they're awesome. I've never been able to answer the question, 'Are you a cat or a dog person?' Both have been treasured companions...

Photo Challenge Autumn Colors The theme for the October photo challenge is Autumn Colors! When I still lived in the Netherlands, I always loved autumn with its beautiful warm colors and the transformational course nature takes. It's a season that entices you to cuddle...

Photo Challenge Get Close The theme for the September photo challenge is Get Close! Being able to get super close to your subject is one of the many amazing things photography can do. It allows you to show the wonderful details life is made of. And in doing so, you...

Photo Challenge Summer The theme for the August photo challenge is Summer! Take a moment to think about what the summer means to you. Is it spending time with family, long days at the beach, or emerging yourself in nature? Show us your favorite summer moments!...

Photo Challenge Flowers The theme for the July photo challenge is Flowers! Go out and find yourself some beautiful flowers to photograph. Or treat yourself to a wonderful bouquet from the flower shop.  Photography Playground’s photo challenge is all about enticing you...