Backyard Butterfly, Moon Plane And A Busy Bee: IL In Photos

ILLINOIS — Take a look through this set of images from across Illinois. We're seeing many great opportunities for readers to get some memorable photographs throughout the state this summer.

To have your photo featured on Patch, send it to Eric DeGrechie at eric.degrechie@patch.com. We just ask that you make sure the photo you send is one you have taken personally, and allow Patch to use on all platforms. Include your name for credit and a brief description of the photo, including where it was taken.

Also, please remove any watermarks. Thank you!

Joe McGuire sent in this photo he took of an airplane flying over the moon.

Sean Flannery, of Joliet, photographed this flower in a garden at his home.

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Mark Fischer captured this image of a roaring fire at South Island Park along the Kankankee River. The retiree told Patch he takes daily walks with his dog around Wilmington, always with a camera on him.

Tyler Franklin, of Manteno, shot this photograph of a busy bee in his garden.

Thank you for all the beautiful photo submissions!