Twirling in Autumn Leaves - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

Do you remember the days when you were a child playing outside on a chilly autumn day?

I hope this inspirational photography and Christian fine art landscape image brings back memories of when you used to "twirl" in the autumn leaves in your younger days. My real hope is that you'll go out and do it again and have a blast playing in the leaves like you did when you were a child.

Heavenly Green Pastures - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

"The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures." Psalm 23:1-2
I've driven past this picturesque log cabin many times, always wishing I had stopped and photographed it. Well, a few days ago I was driving by on a foggy rainy afternoon and decided to stop and capture this inspirational photography image. I felt that the familiar verses from Psalm 23 would complement this Christian fine art landscape. Taken up on the Blue Ridge Parkway by Blue Ridge Photographic Society photographer, Josiah Friberg, of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

Autumn Paths - Inspirational Photography & Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls

"The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delights in his way." Psalm 37:23

This inspirational photography and Christian fine art landscape image was taken by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

Opportunity Opens - Inspirational Photography & Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg, Moravian Falls

"When one door closes, another opens..." - Alexander Graham Bell

Inspirational photography and Christian fine art landscapes by Josiah Friberg, Moravian Falls, North Carolina. This photograph was taken on Highway 420 North about 5 miles west of Wilkesboro. I've passed this abandoned store so many times saying to myself that I should photograph it, and now I finally have done it.

A Worker's Appetite - Inspirational Photography & Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

"A worker's appetite works for him, for his hunger urges him on." - Prov. 16:26

This inspirational photography image speaks to me of the value of hard work in relation to a man providing for his family. It's not exactly Christian fine art, but it does capture a man demonstrating the Protestant work ethic. This is actually a close friend of mine who is helping another friend of mine to build this beautiful stone wall. It's incredibly hard work with a ton of lifting! How do I know? I tried it and only lasted two and a half hours before I had to quit and find something less strenuous on my body. Ever since then I have a deeper appreciation and greater respect for these hard-working landscapers who work very hard all day long. Photograph by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

The Secret Place - Christian Fine Art Landscapes & Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty." - Psalm 91:1

This Christian fine art landscape speaks to me of the beauty of God's creation and the protection of those who take refuge under the shadow of the Almighty. I took this inspirational photography image several miles east of Boone, North Carolina. Whenever I drive through this area, I feel like I'm in a heavenly mountain valley surrounded by the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains. How blessed are the people who live here year round and enjoy this piece of heaven on earth. Photograph by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

A Wise Son - Christian Fine Art Inspirational Photography by Josiah Friberg

"He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him." - Proverbs 13:24

"A wise son heeds his father's instruction..." - Proverbs 13:1

This inspirational photography image of my son speaks of the importance of training and discipling our children. The above Christian scriptures teach the wisdom that we need today to properly raise our children. Because I love my son, I am careful to discipline him and train him to heed his father's instruction. I believe the wisdom found in these proverbs will help keep our children on the path of life. Fine art photography by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

Beauty of Love - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, NC

"How beautiful you are, my darling, how beautiful you are! ....How much better is your love than wine....Your lips, my bride, drip honey." - Song of Solomon 4:1,10-11

This inspirational photography image of a pregnant woman speaks to me of the beauty of love between a husband and wife. The above Christian scripture describes how the husband sees his wife and how he compares her to the pleasantness of wine and the sweetness of honey. This fine art photograph communicates a simplicity of form that Adam must have appreciated about his darling, Eve. Taken by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

Historical Warship U.S.S. Constitution - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

"We the people of the United States, in order to ... secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity..." - The United States Constitution

This inspirational photography image of the U.S.S. Constitution sailing out of Boston Harbor inspires patriotism in me. This historical warship reminds me of the great struggle the American people had to throw off the yoke of tyranny under the British crown during the Revolutionary War. I hope that this Christian fine art landscape image of Boston Harbor and Old Ironsides stirs up patriotism in many others as they think about how God has preserved our nation for these past 200+ years. Photograph by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

Country Church in Autumn - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls

"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; His lovingkindness is everlasting." - Psalm 118:29

It's not easy driving to work during the autumn in the mountains of North Carolina. Last year I couldn't drive straight to work without constantly pulling over to take photographs of the intense colorful scenery. This inspirational photography and Christian fine art landscape image captured my heart and eye as I drove by. I just love seeing simple white country churches that fit so perfectly into the autumn scenery. This photograph was taken north of Wilkesboro and about 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway by Blue Ridge Photographic Society photographer, Josiah Friberg, of Moravian Falls.

Purity of Heart - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg

"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God." - Jesus

This Christian fine art inspirational photography portrait captures the purity of heart of one of my favorite children in the world. Sometimes when you look into her eyes, you not only see her purity of heart, but you actually feel like you're looking into the face of God. There's a purity and innocence that is reflected in her eyes and her smile because she is a child of the King of the Angels. Photograph taken by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

Knit Together In Secret - Inspirational Photography and Christian Fine Art Landscapes by Josiah Friberg of Moravian Falls

"Thou didst knit me together in my mother's womb. I will give thanks to Thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made..." - Psalm 139:13-14

This inspirational photography image and Christian fine art portrait of a pregnant mother carrying her unborn son speaks volumes about the life of the unborn. As the Scripture says, it is God who creates us and knits us together in the secret place of the womb. This photograph was taken in Pasadena, California, by Blue Ridge Photographic Society Photographer, Josiah Friberg, of Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

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.