With the rise of social media, the quest for amazing, attention-grabbing photographs has become almost universal. Whether you hope to create lasting works of art for your portfolio or you just want to impress your friends and family with your photo-taking skills, these locations will not disappoint. You’ll have a blast when you’re not behind the camera, too.
- Miami and Miami Beach
Flickr/Jasperdo
Flickr/Liliana
Flickr/Thomas Hawk
Flickr/Hector Parayuelos Miami is a photographer’s dream, from downtown to the beach. The Art Deco District, South Beach and the public art of the Wynwood Art District should not be missed.
- The Florida Keys
Flickr/Joe Parks
Flickr/Stig Nygaard
Flickr/Krug6 They Keys have some of the most beautiful sights in the state. Snap some amazing aquatic shots while fishing, boating, or scuba diving. Then head to Key West for its quirky, laid-back atmosphere that you won’t find anywhere else in the country.
- Walt Disney World
Flickr/Joe Penniston
Flickr/Joe Penniston
Flickr/Mark Willard You may think Disney World and our other theme parks would be too commercial for adventurous photographers, but you have to admit the impressive rides and landscaping, Cinderella’s Castle, and the fireworks shows provide some amazing photo opportunities.
- Everglades National Park
Flickr/Diana Robinson Wetlands like those in the Everglades are sometimes thought of as eerie places filled with creepy-crawlies and reptiles. Don’t underestimate the beauty and wildlife that can be captured here, as evidenced by photos like this one.
- Florida Polytechnic University
Flickr/Jeffrey DuBois Since this engineering school was founded in Lakeland in 2012, tons of photos of its unique IST Building have flooded Flickr. Photographers seem drawn to this place like moths to a flame.
- Captiva Island
Flickr/wbeem Captiva and Sanibel are two sister islands near Fort Myers. They have some of the most charming towns and beautiful beaches in Florida.
- Sanibel Island
Flickr/Ken Douglas The islands are famous for their night skies, but these jaw-dropping clouds, the closest thing Florida has to mountains, are incredibly beautiful.
- Stuart
Flickr/Kim Seng Stuart is a small town in Martin County famous for its historic downtown and world-class fishing. Mangroves like the ones seen here are found throughout Florida and provide some awesome opportunities for nature photographers.
- Destin
Flickr/David Kosmos Smith
Flickr/David Kosmos Smith Destin, located on Florida’s Emerald Coast, is a popular choice for best beach lists due to its white sand and stunning emerald water.
- St. Petersburg
Flickr/Matthew Paulson
Flickr/Matthew Paulson St. Petersburg is pretty popular with Florida’s photographers. This photo of Straub Park located on the downtown waterfront shows how beautiful Florida can be in the holiday season, even though our wonderlands are a lot more green than white.
- St. Augustine
Flickr/Matthew Paulson If you want some amazing photos, you have to check out St. Augustine. America’s oldest city has so much history and beauty, from the country’s oldest fort and Flagler College’s ornate campus to the stunning Anastasia Island State Park.
- Ocala National Forest, Alexander Springs
Flickr/Jim Brekke Ocala National Forest is home to some of the brightest blue springs, peaceful lakes, and lush forests in the state. There are plenty of places to camp and relax while you practice your craft.
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Flickr/Jasperdo
Flickr/Liliana
Flickr/Thomas Hawk
Flickr/Hector Parayuelos
Miami is a photographer’s dream, from downtown to the beach. The Art Deco District, South Beach and the public art of the Wynwood Art District should not be missed.
Flickr/Joe Parks
Flickr/Stig Nygaard
Flickr/Krug6
They Keys have some of the most beautiful sights in the state. Snap some amazing aquatic shots while fishing, boating, or scuba diving. Then head to Key West for its quirky, laid-back atmosphere that you won’t find anywhere else in the country.
Flickr/Joe Penniston
Flickr/Mark Willard
You may think Disney World and our other theme parks would be too commercial for adventurous photographers, but you have to admit the impressive rides and landscaping, Cinderella’s Castle, and the fireworks shows provide some amazing photo opportunities.
Flickr/Diana Robinson
Wetlands like those in the Everglades are sometimes thought of as eerie places filled with creepy-crawlies and reptiles. Don’t underestimate the beauty and wildlife that can be captured here, as evidenced by photos like this one.
Flickr/Jeffrey DuBois
Since this engineering school was founded in Lakeland in 2012, tons of photos of its unique IST Building have flooded Flickr. Photographers seem drawn to this place like moths to a flame.
Flickr/wbeem
Captiva and Sanibel are two sister islands near Fort Myers. They have some of the most charming towns and beautiful beaches in Florida.
Flickr/Ken Douglas
The islands are famous for their night skies, but these jaw-dropping clouds, the closest thing Florida has to mountains, are incredibly beautiful.
Flickr/Kim Seng
Stuart is a small town in Martin County famous for its historic downtown and world-class fishing. Mangroves like the ones seen here are found throughout Florida and provide some awesome opportunities for nature photographers.
Flickr/David Kosmos Smith
Destin, located on Florida’s Emerald Coast, is a popular choice for best beach lists due to its white sand and stunning emerald water.
Flickr/Matthew Paulson
St. Petersburg is pretty popular with Florida’s photographers. This photo of Straub Park located on the downtown waterfront shows how beautiful Florida can be in the holiday season, even though our wonderlands are a lot more green than white.
If you want some amazing photos, you have to check out St. Augustine. America’s oldest city has so much history and beauty, from the country’s oldest fort and Flagler College’s ornate campus to the stunning Anastasia Island State Park.
Flickr/Jim Brekke
Ocala National Forest is home to some of the brightest blue springs, peaceful lakes, and lush forests in the state. There are plenty of places to camp and relax while you practice your craft.
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