Posted in Missouri October 19, 2015 by

What These 20 Missouri Photographers Captured Will Blow You Away – Part 3

I am loving all the great photos contributed by our Missouri readers!  Missouri is such a beautiful state and fall is one of the best times of year to capture its beauty.  So here’s a challenge to you:  I have noticed a lot of the same contributors each week, and if you are one of them, keep sending in the great shots!  However, if you have a great photo you haven’t shared with us, I encourage you to do so.  Instructions for submission will be at the end of the article.  Here are some great shots that give Missouri bragging rights as being one of the most beautiful states in the U.S!

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1. Curtis Vail II got this amazing shot from his farm NE of Butler.
Curtis Vail II
I love the contrast of the bright sun against the dark clouds!
2. Thank you to John Albert Christeson for this great shot from Bonne Terre Lake.
John Albert Christeson
The fall colors combined with the beautiful blue of the sky and water is just gorgeous!
3. This shot of the Sandy Creek Covered Bridge was captured by Ho Pham.
Ho Pham
What a beautiful place to take a walk!
4. Thank you to Tammy LaBerge for this beautiful fall shot.
Tammy LaBerge
So many colors unique to the fall.
5. Ken Trudeau got this amazing capture taken 1/2 mile east of Castlewood State Park.
Ken Trudeau
This may be one of my favorites! Like a "promised land".
6. Irene Kelley Bateman shared this and said, "I love the way the trees are reflected in the creek." I agree. Captured at Mastadon State Park in Imperial on 10/14/2015.
Irene Kelley Bateman
The change of colors almost looks like a rainbow.
7. Another shot by Ho Pham (a frequent contributor) captures the Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis.
Ho Pham
A beautiful place with so many great photo ops! I myself have taken a few pretty great ones there!
8. Love the colors and contrast in this shot by Janice Gunter Moss.
Janice Gunter Moss
Love the Ozarks in the fall!
9. This shot, taken on October 10th at the annual Haunting In the Hills festival at Alley Spring State Park near Eminence, was taken by Jaimi Nash.
Jaimi Nash
To learn about the Haunting in the Hills festival, you can visit here.
10. Jenn Sullivan shared this great photo of Cuivre River State Park taken October 10.
Jenn Sullivan
The almost eerie, shadowy colors are mesmerizing.
11. Thank you to Emily Rhodes for this photo taken at Busch Wildlife in St. Charles.
Emily Rhodes
Another amazing nature shot!
12. Gina Hayes captured these great fall colors in Brookfield.
Gina Hayes
The leaves are an endless lure for any photographer and this one doesn't disappoint. Beautiful yellows!
13. Thank you to Betsy Townsend O'Neil for this shot of Topaz Mill in Douglas County. See what she says about it below...
Betsy Townsend O'Neil
"South of Mountain Grove on the upper end of the North Fork River, one can step back in time when arriving at Topaz Mill. It is a jewel in Douglas County that you don't want to miss. Privately owned, the O'Neal family enjoys giving tours and stories of the history of the area."
14. This shot of Elephant Rocks State Park was taken by Laveda Koen Haas.
Laveda Koen Haas
Seems like a great spot to hide away and take in nature.
15. Jenn Moss got this capture "looking down from Devils Backbone to the valley that the Current River flows through. — in Jadwin, Missouri."
Jenn Moss
A little spooky, no?
16. Jennifer L. Cantrell shared this sunset caputre at the big Palmer Lake by the boat dock in Palmer.
Jennifer L. Cantrell
Always beautiful to see the reflection of the sunset in the water.
17. Thank you to Chris Stowell for this beautiful night shot in Kansas City. See what he says about it below...
Chris Stowell
"The city of fountains holds an amazement of colors as the sun rises. "Kansas City is always as busy as they come, however, even the big cities must take time to themselves. As the sun rises the last moments of quiet time before the fountains entertain its visitors for the day."
18. Dana Wallis Taylor shared this shot of Klepzig Mill in Shannon County taken on October 11.
Dana Wallis Taylor
Would love to see a closeup of the shack, and the rocks are like a barrier to entry.
19. This sunset shot over Garrett Acres was submitted by Shane Garrett.
Shane Garrett
I'm a sucker for purples and pinks.
20. Thank you to Marcia Goen for this morning shot taken at Amidon Conservation Area in Fredericktown.
Marcia Goen
Beautiful!

Pictures don’t have to be of nature!  Share with us your most interesting, funny, and mind-blowing shots as well!  To submit your photo, you can send an email to [email protected] or post to Only in Missouri’s Facebook Page!  I look forward to seeing what you send us this week!