Artistic Child Creativity - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

"A child educated only at school is an undereducated child." - George Santayana

This inspirational photography image of a child playing with colored chalk speaks to me of the values of creativity and imagination. Although this is not necessarily a Christian fine art landscape, it is an inspirational portrait that encourages everyone to let the child deep within them play artistically for a while. This photograph was taken by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

Tree of Life - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

"I have given you...every tree which has fruit yielding seed; it shall be food for you." - Genesis 1:29

This inspirational photography image of my daughter and one of our apple trees was taken in Moravian Falls, North Carolina. This Christian fine art landscape reminds me of the Garden of Eden and the Tree of Life. In fact, I often refer to this tree as the tree of life. Taken by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society of North Carolina.

Moravian Falls Open Heaven - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

"How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God, and this is the gate of heaven." - Genesis 28:17

This Christian fine art landscape photography image was taken at the Fulfillment Fest in Moravian Falls by Blue Ridge Photographic Society photographer, Josiah Friberg. This sky or heaven inspirational photography image was taken during October of 2006 when hundreds of spiritually hungry believers came to seek God and worship Him in one accord at Pennell Farms. The scripture above expresses the feelings that everyone experienced while seeking God in this place.

Moravian Falls Storm Clouds - Christian Fine Art Landscape Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"I will lift up my eyes to the mountains; from whence shall my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth." - Psalm 121:1-2

This is probably my favorite Christian fine art landscape image in my collection. I took this inspirational photography landscape on my way home from work after a big storm had just let up. I was so fortunate that the sun broke through the clouds just as I ran out into the field to capture this image. The sunlight reflecting off the meadow is really the key to this photograph. I also love the way the clouds were just hanging over the mountains of Moravian Falls in the background. May you be inspired by the awesome beauty of God's creation through meditating on this photograph by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society.

Ministering Angels - Christian Fine Art Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls

"The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and rescues them." Ps. 34:7

This Christian inspirational photography image of angels speaks to me about the fact that God has assigned ministering angels to those who truly fear Him, in order to rescue them out of all of their troubles. This fine art inspirational photography image was taken in the North Carolina landscape by Blue Ridge Photographic Society photographer, Josiah Friberg, of Moravian Falls.

Becoming Like Children - Christian Fine Art Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"Whoever then humbles himself as this child, he is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven." - Jesus [Matthew 18:4]

This black and white inspirational photography image was taken with natural diffused window light in my basement. I like this Christian fine art inspirational photography portrait because of the humble child-like look on the child's face. What is it about children that we are called to emulate? I believe it is their humility, which speaks to me of their ability to be teachable, to believe and trust easily, to forgive quickly and easily, and their ability to be themselves without guile or hypocrisy. Taken by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

Be Still & Know I AM - Christian Inspirational Photography Landscape by Josiah Friberg

"Be still and know that I AM GOD." Psalm 46:10

I also like this black and white version of a photograph that I posted a few days ago. This inspirational photography and Christian fine art landscape image of the early morning sunrise was taken at Lake Norman in North Carolina. The feeling this image communicates to me is one of sweet serenity. Photograph by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, NC.

Cascade Waterfall - Inspirational Photography & Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

"Deep calls to deep at the sound of Thy waterfalls." Psalm 42:7

This inspirational photography & Christian fine art landscape image by Josiah Friberg was taken in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. My family and I found this Cascade Waterfall up on the Blue Ridge Parkway and we enjoyed the 1.2 mile loop hike. In Photoshop I cloned out a stone wall in the bottom right corner of the photograph.

Dove Eyes - Christian Fine Art Portrait & Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"How beautiful you are, my darling, how beautiful you are! Your eyes are like doves." - Song of Solomon 1:15

This inspirational photography image was taken of one of my favorite children in the world. She has the prettiest dark brown eyes that look right into your soul. This Christian fine art photography portrait was taken by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society in the Brushy Mountains of North Carolina.

Lake Norman Sunrise, Inspirational Photography & Christian Fine Art Landscape by Josiah Friberg

"Be still and know that I am God." - Psalm 46:10

This inspirational photography image was taken by Josiah Friberg early one morning on Lake Norman in North Carolina. It was so peaceful and quiet as the sky slowly started getting lighter and lighter. This Christian fine art landscape communicates to me the creative genius of our Creator who paints a different sunrise every day. I hope you are inspired and feel a sense of awe and wonder.

The Trees & the Fields Rejoice in You - Christian Fine Art Landscape Inspiratioinal Photography by Josiah Friberg

"You created everything, and it is for Your pleasure that they exist and were created." - Revelation 4:11

This Christian fine art landscape inspirational photography image by Josiah Friberg was taken in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. This autumn photograph depicts how everything in nature rejoices in its Creator because everything was created for His good pleasure. The good news is that we get to enjoy His awesome creation as well, and I get to photograph it!

Fall Canopy of Delight - Christian Inspirational Photography Landscape by Josiah Friberg

"Great are the works of the Lord; they are studied by all who delight in them." Psalm 111:2

I took this inspirational photography landscape image in my neighborhood last fall. I got up very early one morning and caught the rising sun through the trees and colorful leaves. The Christian scripture above declares that this scene is a work of the Lord to be studied and appreciated by those who delight in the awesome beauty of God's creation. This fine art inspirational photography image speaks of the creativity and diversity of God our Creator.

Open the Door - Christian Fine Art Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him, and will dine with him, and he with Me." - Jesus (Rev. 3:20)

This Christian fine art inspirational photography image of a barn door reminds me of the precious words of Jesus stated above. As I look at this landscape image, I am encouraged to listen for His knock and His voice asking for me to take the time to fellowship with Him every day. I am amazed that Jesus, the King of the Angels, would want to come to my life and heart just to spend special quality time together with me every day. Inspirational photography by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society of North Carolina.

Lily Among Thorns - Christian Fine Art Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"Like a lily among the thorns, so is my darling among the maidens." - Song of Songs 2:2

I found this beautiful flower growing beside Miller's creek as I took a walk in my neighborhood. This inspirational photography image taken in the North Carolina landscape speaks to me of the simple beauty so often found in nature. This Christian fine art photography image inspires me to look for God's beauty in simple things that I pass by every day, which in this case, is a flower. I am so thankful to God for creating such an incredible diversity of flowers, each with its own simple beauty and special unique design. Photograph by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society of North Carolina.

Prophetic Eagle Vision - Christian Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"Those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary." - Isaiah 40:31

This inspirational photography image of an eagle's head carved into the top of a shepherd's staff symbolizes the gift of prophetic vision. In the above Christian scripture, God promises to give this incredible vision and strength to those who trust in Him and wait upon Him. I hope this Christian fine art photography image inspires you to seek the face of God daily. This staff was carved by a friend of mine, Pat Macone, who found this piece of wood in the forest, took it home, and asked God what he should carve into it. There are actually three other carvings in this staff besides the eagle: a ram's head, a lion's head, and a sword. Photograph by Josiah Friberg.

Returning to God with Fasting, Weeping, & Praying - Christian Fine Art Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"Return to Me with all your heart, and with fasting, weeping, and mourning; and rend your heart and not your garments....Consecrate a fast, proclaim a solemn assembly, gather the people." Joel 2:12,13,15,16

This Christian fine art inspirational photography image was taken during The CALL Nashville on 07-07-07 at Titan Stadium. On that special day, 77,000 Christians gathered together in one accord to fast and pray for our nation. It was a fast, not a festival. It was a solemn assembly to humble ourselves before God Almighty, to seek His face, and to ask Him to send revival to America. I hope that this inspirational photography image will inspire you to humble yourself, fast, and pray for revival for America. We have forsaken God as a nation, and it is now time to return to the Lord and reconsecrate ourselves to Him.

Mysterious Autumn Leaf Woman - Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"TO EVERY THING THERE IS A SEASON, AND A TIME TO EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN." Ecclesiastes 3:1

This inspirational photography image is actually a combination of landscape and portrait. The base image is an autumn landscape, and the superimposed image is a portrait of a beautiful woman. I love the way these two images blend together to create or to reveal the mysterious autumn leaf woman. I have included a Christian scripture that I thought was appropriate to this fine art photography image. Photo by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society.

Boston Harbor & USS Constitution - Inspirational Photography Landscape by Josiah Friberg

I took this landscape inspirational photography image of the historical ship, U.S.S. Constitution, as it returned to Boston Harbor after stretching her legs. I like the contrast between the old historical sailing ship and the modern city of Boston with its modern fleet of pleasure boats and sailboats. She looks as if she had just returned from a naval engagement with the Royal British Navy in the 1770's. Photo by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society.

U.S.S. Constitution - Christian Landscape Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

Today is the 6th anniversary of the cowardly terrorist attacks of September 11th. I thought this landscape inspirational photography image of the U.S.S. Constitution would be appropriate. This historical ship is a symbol of American military power that has endured through the ages. I was fortunate to be on a cruise of Boston Harbor the day that "Old Ironsides" was taken out for her annual stretching of her legs. Taken by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society of North Carolina.

Blue-Eyed Beauty - Christian Fine Art Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

This inspirational photography image was taken during a year that I spent at home taking care of my toddler daughter. Every day I would take her to our local landscaped park and photograph her. She was the perfect child model. I remember this Christian fine art photography portrait because her beauty just seemed to invade my camera lens as I captured her innocent beauty. Her soft blue eyes penetrated my heart and captured the attention of my soul. Photo taken by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society.

Thirst for Living Water - Christian Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

This Christian inspirational photography image by Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society was taken in landscape format in my basement window with soft diffused light. The following Christian scripture comes to mind when I look at it. Jesus was speaking to the woman at the well and said,

"Everyone who drinks of this water shall thirst again; but whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall become in him a well of water springing up to eternal life." - Jesus (John 4:13-14)

The longer I look at this fine art photograph, the more I see in it. It is, of course, a very symbolic image that speaks about many spiritual things related to water. In this case, it makes me thirst for the water that Jesus spoke of that springs up to eternal life from within. This refers to the Holy Spirit who was later poured out on Jesus' followers, and is God's gift to everyone who believes in His Son.

Window Lily - Inspirational Photography Christian Fine Art Landscape by Josiah Friberg

This photo was actually an experiment using the natural diffused light from my basement window. I love the soft natural light that comes in windows, so I set up this scene to capture the details and colors of the pretty flower. I hope this inspirational photography image inspires you to see the creativity of God in a simple flower such as this. A Christian scripture that might go well with this one is, "Consider the lilies of the field..." This isn't the best landscape image of a lily, but I hope this fine art photography image captures your attention for a moment and causes you a little wonder at the beauty of God's creation. Be blessed! By photographer Josiah Friberg of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society

Strawberry Feast - Inspirational Photography Christian Fine Art Landscape

This inspirational photography fine art image was taken at a local strawberry farm here in the North Carolina landscape. I took my family out for a morning of fun picking strawberries. With buckets in hand, my wife, two small children, and myself went strawberry pickin' and had a blast! We learned how to only pick the large, ripe deep red ones because they are the ones that have the sweetest and richest flavor. The strawberry season is quite short, so make sure you plan ahead and get out there in time before they're all gone. Also, have a plan to eat many, freeze some, and make strawberry jam out of the rest. If you can think of a good Christian verse to go with this photo, please leave me a comment about it. Taken by Blue Ridge Photographic Society photographer, Josiah Friberg.

Alive Autumn Hills - Christian Landscape Inspirational Photography

This landscape view of the autumn hills behind my land reminds me of a prophetic word I received when I first moved to Moravian Falls from California. A complete stranger came up to me during the worship service and said, "The hills are alive with the sound of music, and you are one of the notes!" Now, when I look at this Christian inspirational photography image, I think of those prophetic words that encouraged my soul. I realize that God has brought me here for a purpose, and that I have a note to sing in His glorious song. And the land that we bought will be a part of that song. Some day soon, when the timing is right and God gives us the green light, my wife and I plan to build our home on this land. We will have a 360 degree view of the surrounding mountains and hills, including this view and a view of Pores Knob and the Yadkin Valley. I hope this small piece of fine art inspires you and causes you to praise the God of all creation who painted this scene with the colors of His autumn season brush.

Pioneer Spirit - Inspirational Photography

A few months ago I took my family for a drive up on the Blue Ridge Parkway here in western North Carolina. We stopped and had a picnic and then went exploring. We found this old pioneer-style fence, which had some classic features to it and looked so beautiful in the landscape. When I look at this inspirational photography image, it reminds me of the pioneer spirit that Daniel Boone and other adventurous Americans had when they went westward exploring new territories. In fact, this fence is located in the general area where Daniel Boone lived, and it is only about 10 minutes from the town of Boone named after him. I didn't put a Christian Scripture on this photo, but I hope you are still inspired by looking at this fine art image.

Poppy Fields Forever, Josiah Friberg Christian Fine Art Landscape Inspirational Photography

Looking at this landscape inspirational photography image reminds me of the name of one of the Beatle's song titles, Strawberry Fields Forever. In this Christian Fine Art image, I've tried to capture a peaceful scene that communicates peace and rest. thanks for checking out my photo blog today. Josiah Friberg.

Hummingbird's Feast - Christian Fine Art Landscape Inspirational Photography

This is the Christian fine art macro landscape image that I considered entering into the Blue Ridge Photographic Society contest, but I changed my mind and submitted the one below this instead. From the perspective of a flying bird or insect, this looks to me like a hummingbird's dream: a feast of nectar waiting to be enjoyed. I hope this inspirational photography image stirs up some wonder at the beauty of God's creation in a single flower. To me, each flower is a masterpiece, a work of art by our Creator. Sometimes I can't believe how much uniqueness and diversity God expresses through His creativity in what He has made.

Consider the Lilies of the Field - Christian Fine Art Inspirational Photography

I am a member of a photo club called the Blue Ridge Photographic Society, and every month we have a photo contest. The theme for this month was flowers. I've taken a few good flower shots in the past, but we are currently in a drought here in North Carolina and there aren't many good-looking flowers around in the landscape. The day before the contest, I was at a friend's house and asked if he had any live flowers. This photo is of that sole flower. I stayed up until 1:30 am trying to find a way to make this ordinary looking flower look like a piece of fine art. Eventually, after trying various different techniques, I discovered something in Photoshop CS2. It's a technique by famous nature photographer Vincent Versace that creates drama with a soft spotlight. You'll find it under the Filter menu, under Render, and under Lighting Effects. The style I chose to use was Flashlight. I chose to put a familiar Christian Bible verse by Jesus about considering the lilies of the field that neither toil nor spin. I hope this piece of inspirational photography truly inspires you to appreciate the beauty of God's creation and trust Him to take care of all of your needs (without worrying). By the way, if you would like to see the photo gallery of the Blue Ridge Photographic Society, please visit our blog site:

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