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

Great Blue Heron

I took this photo at a local lake in the late afternoon/early evening. The heron was perched on a low hanging branch of a tree that overhung the water. I took a plethora of photos as it was preening itself, including this up close portrait

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Jack Rudden Profile

I’m a college student based in Maryland studying meteorology. I recently started photography as a hobby and it has rapidly become a passion especially involving wildlife photography. Starting photography has helped me overcome some significant mental health challenges and I feel very refreshed!

Finished 32nd in the Final Round of the September 2025 Competition
Previous Rounds

2nd in their Group in the Semifinal Round

1st in their Group in the Quarterfinal Round

1st in their Group in Round One