From the Collaboratory

Okay, so the truth of the matter is a few weeks ago I had a really bad experience shooting a wedding. Punches were thrown and bride and groom both ended up in tears. Since then, I haven't taken many photos or learned much.

But it's Labor Day weekend, time to climb back in the saddle and get back to work - or enjoy one last hurrah before we do.

So, in honor of the occasion, here's a small tribute to the workers of the world and the photographers who capture the beauty of their efforts.

Coal Man by AlisonDuBois

I'll Hold the Ladder by Truestory

Night Work by linohype

Hard Days Work by Moonlightphotography

Nakedeye17 (Su) thinks of photography as a wake-up call: "Hey, everybody! Are you seeing this?" She loves to capture humor, too, and anything wondrous strange. Find Nakedeye17's shop here.