Golden Reflections, Sunlit Bridge And A Young Photographer's Perspective: IL In Photos

Late fall's golden light, lingering leaves and crisp skies are giving Illinois photographers plenty of reasons to keep their cameras close.

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Andy Ross got this colorful shot of a bunch of berries to kick off November in Braidwood.

John Mastalerz, of Niles, submitted this photograph he took of a bridge at sunset at Chicago Botanical Garden's Japanese garden.

Sofia Babb, 12, photographed the Baháʼí House of Worship in Wilmette.

Al Benson sent in this sports action shot he took of Aurora University's Devon Richardson (bottom) battling North Central College defenders for a loose ball in Aurora's 86-84 overtime win.

Gloria Lopez got this great shot honoring Veterans Day in Libertyville.

Gail Brenner, of Highland Park, photographed these elephants, who were returning to settle at sunset, at the Jabulani Elephant Sanctuary in South Africa. "I love the reflection being cast by the watering hole."

Vicky G. Allerman, of Lockport, sent in this photo she took of the sun setting at Gale Gardens, lighting up the trees. She tells us "it took my breath away."

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