This sunset was taken in Rochester, Indiana. There are really only two times a day when you have good light for shooting. The best way to capture emotion in a photograph is by shooting very early in the morning or before the sun sets. These times are what determine if you will have a beautiful picture of a landscape or just a snapshot of a landscape. Scott Kelby is a well known photographer. One thing he likes to repeat often about using light in photography is "Beautiful photos happen in Beautiful light.
As you're driving around make sure you have your camera in your car. Train your eye and your mind to search for good light to take your next beautiful picture.