33 Perfectly Timed Photos

You may be the best photographer in the world, but sometimes all it takes to take an amazing picture is being in the right place and having perfect timing. It doesn’t even matter if you take it with your cell or high-end DSLR. Often, you won’t even notice you made an incredible perfect timing photo until you come home and transfer your images to a computer. And these fun pictures are the best kind of hilarious for being completely unexpected and original.

However, that doesn’t mean you should stop improving your photography skills and just wait for that one and only coincidence. As a popular saying goes:

“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”

So be prepared for it and be lucky! Here are 33 Perfectly Timed Photos to get you inspired.

Update:Perfectly Timed Photos (PART III) is out!

Perfectly timed photo of a statue appearing to blow a trumpet-shaped cloud against a blue sky.

Photo Credits: bukagambar.com

Man posing near a historic building, while a cyclist in the background crashes, creating a perfectly timed photo.

Photo Credits: taringa.net

Crowd at a baseball game reacting as a bat flies into the stands, a perfectly timed photo capturing the moment.

Photo Credits: engine.co.ua

Perfectly timed photo of a great white shark swimming toward the surface, captured in black and white.

Photo Credits: underwatercompetition.com

Perfectly timed photo of a person and a dog, creating an amusing optical illusion at a dog show.

Photo by Simon Dawson

Perfectly timed photo of soldiers in uniform, with one soldier yawning among the ranks, capturing a candid moment.

Photo Credits: iq-1.livejournal.com

Perfectly timed photo of a plane flying above a narrow courtyard with tall buildings on a sunny day.

Photo Credits: nature-wallpapers

Crane holding the moon against a mountain backdrop, creating a perfectly timed photo illusion.

Photo Credits: dailymail.co.uk

A perfectly timed photo of an airplane flying near Christ the Redeemer statue, trailing smoke against a cloudy sky.

Photo Credits: kolyan.net

Woman reading a newspaper, bikini photo aligns with her body, creating a perfectly timed optical illusion.

Photo Credits: unknown

Perfectly timed photo of a person in a red uniform on a balcony with children looking on.

Photo Credits: siteaks.com

Two birds captured mid-flight in a perfectly timed photo, one holding the other's tail.

Photo Credits: unknown

Basketball game with perfectly timed photo of a player shooting the ball, defenders jumping to block in a crowded arena.

Photo Credits: sports.pixnet.net

Eagle in flight with contrail backdrop, a perfectly timed photo capturing the illusion of rocket-like speed.

Photo Credits: Pam Mullins

A man interacts with soldiers in uniform, capturing a perfectly timed photo moment.

Photo Credits: perfectlytimedphotos.com

Statue reaching towards a perfectly timed airplane, creating an illusion of holding it in the sky.

Photo Credits: Jibby

A man in a red shirt appears to have a woman's head as he relaxes in a lounge chair, a perfectly timed photo moment.

Photo Credits: tapuz.co.il

Woman speaking at a beach microphone with shadow appearing to float, showcasing a perfectly timed photo.

Photo Credits: buzzfeed.com

Cat peeking over shopping bag for a perfectly timed photo effect.

Photo Credits: simboragora.com

Perfectly timed photo of a man standing next to an advertisement, making it look like a giant hand is pointing at him.

Photo by Matt Stuart

Perfectly timed photo of a soccer match with one player falling over another, capturing the intense moment.

Photo Credits: metro.co.uk

Woman bending near mannequins, creating a perfectly timed photo illusion of being kicked.

Photo Credits: unknown

A perfectly timed photo of two people holding a woman sideways, smiling and posing with joy.

Photo Credits: burkhalter.pro

Statue of a man with a hammer above a pigeon perched on an anvil, showcasing perfectly timed photos.

Photo Credits: unknown

Man reading a newspaper on the beach with a pigeon perfectly timed perched on his cap.

Photo Credits: animalpicture.ru

A perfectly timed photo of a flower appearing as a dress for a blurred person in the background.

Photo Credits: Tatiana Mikhina

Cat hiding head in Meow Mix bag, creating a perfectly timed photo illusion.

Photo Credits: konctanciya.info

Ice skaters capture a perfectly timed moment during a performance on the rink.

Photo Credits:  telegraph.co.uk

A praying mantis perfectly timed to look like it's riding a bicycle made of plant stems against a blurred green background.

Photo Credits: Tustel Ico

A seagull snatches an ice cream cone from a man, caught in a perfectly timed photo.

Photo Credits: oddee.com

Football players in blue jerseys hug, with a player in white walking by, showcasing a perfectly timed photo moment.

Photo Credits: walnussodersack.blogspot.com

Bears standing by a waterfall, perfectly timed as a salmon leaps through the air.

Photo Credits: buzzfeed.com

Hey, wait, there’s only 32 pictures here! Can you suggest the 33rd?

A sketched question mark on a textured gray background, symbolizing perfectly timed moments.

P.S: we always try our best to credit each and every photographer, but sometimes it’s impossible to track them. Please leave a comment if you know the missing authors. We’ll be more than happy to credit and provide a link back to the photographer.

Update:Perfectly Timed Photos (PART III) is out!

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