America’s Favorite Photos
Rekindling America’s Appreciation of Photography

Beauty and the Beach

Picture was taken on Renaissance Island in Aruba

Photo entered by
Mary Monteiro Profile

My sister, Ann, got me interested in photography at a young age. I took a few courses in HS and college, but then life got busy. In 2019, my sister gave me her old digital Canon camera, and I found peace and serenity mostly outdoors, taking pictures of landscapes and wildlife.

Finished 45th in the Final Round of the July 2024 Competition
Previous Rounds

7th in their Group in the Semifinal Round

11th in their Group in the Quarterfinal Round

6th in their Group in Round Two

7th in their Group in Round One