PHOTO of the MONTH Collection – Inner Space Magazine

[A unique new image is selected and posted to the Homepage each month]

Three cyclists ride single file on a paved trail in Autumn and pass under a big overarching branch with yellow leaves.

AUTUMN RIDE—Fort Collins, Colorado

Out for a Fall Ride on Spring Creek Trail in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Black Cats

We all have our dopplegangers. [photo by Grace McEvoy]

Older woman carefully makes a capuccino behind the bar in a coffee bar in Florence, Italy while an older man behind her prepares espresso shots.

Making Coffee in Italy

Cranking out capuccinos in Florence, Italy. Grazie! [photo by R. Williams]

Water-Lillies

Water lillies in Parc de l Tete d'Or ("Park of the Golden Head") in Lyon, France. [photo by Andy Gozard]

Adirondack chair (in silhouette at a distance) on a private dock on a rippling tree-lined pond at dusk in Bucksport, Maine. in

Chair-on-Pond

Now THAT's a good seat! Taken on a pond in Bucksport, Maine. [photo by Andrew Michaels]

Amaryllis

AMARYLLIS! [photo by Grace McEvoy]

Solar eclipse with the moon covering the sun, revealing a bright corona and solar prominences.

Solar Eclipse in 2024

A solar eclipse is captured in this image, showcasing the moon completely covering the sun, resulting in a dark silhouette with a bright corona surrounding it. A hint of red is visible at the sun's edge, indicating solar prominences. The background is predominantly dark, emphasizing the contrast between the black disc of the moon and the bright halo of the sun's corona. [photo by Katherine Nguyen Williams]

Person cycling past large carved wooden door with ornate stone archway and plaque on wall.

Cyclist Passing Classical Doorway in Florence, Italy

A person on a bicycle passes by a large, ornately carved wooden door set within a stone archway adorned with columns and a circular relief sculpture. The door and architecture have a classical design, situated against a textured, slightly weathered wall. A plaque on a stand is positioned to the right of the door. [photo by Noah Baumgartner]

Tabby cat sitting on a colorful jigsaw puzzle on a wooden table with a tablet and window blinds.

Tabby Cat on Jigsaw Puzzle

A tabby cat is sitting on a colorful partially-completed jigsaw puzzle, which lies on a wooden table with a tablet visible to the side and window blinds in the background. [photo by J. Henderson]

Nighttime city scene with a lit-up river, white pedestrian bridge, and people walking along the waterfront.

Colorful Canal at Dusk in Paris

A nighttime scene features a river illuminated by colorful lights from buildings and street lamps on both sides. A white pedestrian bridge spans the river, with a few people standing on it. The reflections of the lights create a vibrant display on the water's surface. People walk along the waterfront and across a lower bridge in the foreground. Urban buildings and trees run parallel to the river, adding depth to the composition. [photo by Marcelle LaRue]

Ornate building with detailed facade, multiple spires, and arched windows under a partly cloudy sky.

Ornate Building with Red Spires at Dusk in Geneva, Switzerland

An ornate building is depicted with a detailed facade and multiple spires topped with intricate designs. The architecture features decorative elements, including arched windows and a blend of curved and angular shapes. The sky in the background is partly cloudy, adding a serene contrast to the elaborate structure. [photo by R. Williams]

Colorful umbrellas suspended over a narrow alley with brick and stone buildings in the distance..

Colorful Umbrella Canopy in Canadian Alleyway

A narrow alleyway with buildings on both sides is adorned with a suspended canopy of colorful umbrellas in red, blue, green, and beige, creating a vibrant overhead display. The surrounding architecture is composed of brick and stone facades, with windows and balconies visible. A tree and some greenery add natural elements to the scene. [photo by J. Henderson]

Autumn leaves in yellow, red, and orange scattered on a dark asphalt surface.

Autumn Leaves on Asphalt in Seattle

The image shows a variety of colorful autumn leaves scattered across a dark asphalt surface. The leaves are in shades of yellow, red, and orange, signifying the fall season. [photo by Marcus Mann]

Narrow, covered corridor with graffiti-covered columns and brick-paved floor, illuminated overhead.

Graffiti-Covered Tunnel in Atlanta

A narrow, covered corridor lined with numerous columns on either side is heavily adorned with colorful graffiti. The pathway is illuminated by a sequence of overhead lights leading to an open, sunlit area at the far end. The floor is paved with bricks and some dirt is visible along the edges. [photo by Birdie Johnson]

Dense forest canopy with moss-covered branches and green foliage allowing sunlight to filter through.

Moss-Covered Canopy in Washington State

A view of a dense forest canopy featuring large branches covered in moss. The foliage is lush and green, allowing sunlight to filter through, creating a tranquil atmosphere. Ferns and other vegetation are visible at the base of the trees. [photo by Janie Thompson]

Dimly lit bar with red pendant lanterns and an older couple in chairs at the bar engaged in conversation with a female bartender and liquor bottles on shelves in background.

Cozy Bar with Red Lanterns in Seattle

The image shows the interior of a dimly lit bar with red hanging lanterns. Three people are seated at the bar counter, engaged in conversation. The background includes shelves filled with bottles and a few decorative items, adding to the cozy ambiance. [photo by Marcello Mason]

Close-up view of a large green leaf as two tiny insects (aphids) walk across it upside down on the plant's underside.

Two Aphids Walking Upside Down on a Big Leaf - by Grace McEvoy

Two tiny aphids make their way across a plant on an urban farm in Atlanta, Georgia. The insects will feed on the leaves, but soon the ladybugs and lacewings will arrive to consume them...and so is the cycle of life! [photo by Grace McEvoy]

Ground-level view of a tall glass building in central Chicago with two window washer (close to the top, sitting on benches that are secured by ropes) make their way down the side of the building.

Window Washers on a Chicago Skyscraper - by Jan Wotring

Two window cleaners dangle off the side of the sleek USG Building at 550 W. Adams St. in Chicago, near Willis Tower. Is it just me or do they look like a pair of ants scaling a wall? [photo by Jan Wotring]

While on a trip through remote Alaska, photographer Nine Francois decided to hunker in the grass to catch a shot of a large bear standing upright just a few feet ahead..

Shooting a Bear in Remote Alaska - by Grace McEvoy

While touring remote Alaska, photographer Nine Francois opted to hunker in the grass to catch a shot of a wild bear while two conservationists (not in view) tossed meat from the sidelines to keep the bear happy. Meanwhile, Nine's level-headed friend, Grace McEvoy, hid inside the front-scoop of a nearby tractor and snagged a photo of the insane moment for herself. [photo by Grace McEvoy]

View through a picture window of the green mountainous landscape on a foggy day as a small Buddha sculpure and some plastic grapes sit quietly along the wooden sill in the Stupa Visitors Center at Colorado's Drala Mountain Center, before the building was burned to the ground by the 2020 Cameron Peak Fire.

Budda Statue on a Window Sill

A moody, misty view from inside the former Stupa Visitors Center at the Drala Mountain Center in northern Colorado before the building was devoured by the Cameron Peak Fire in 2020. [photo by Rufus Sinclair]