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They say there’s always the right time and right place for everything. You just have to be patient or throw your coin of luck up in the air and trust your gut.

For these amateur photographers, the stars aligned right on time and the coin landed on tails or heads, so as soon as they pressed the button, a perfectly timed photograph was born. From funny compositions to unusual angles and Accidental Renaissance-like scenarios, these pictures surprise us in the most unexpected ways.

Bored Panda wrapped up some of the most intriguing, funny and unexpected perfectly timed snaps of life, so scroll down and upvote your favorite ones!

#1 Seafoam Splash Captured At A Thousandth Of A Second

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#2 So I Turned Into A Toad Last Night

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#3 My Friend Captured The Moment The Wave Came For A Hug

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“Perfectly timed photos are interesting because they capture unexpected moments that are often humorous, absurd, or unique,” Laura Vanagaite, an international freelance graphic designer who specializes in branding and social media content creation, told Bored Panda in an interview via email.

Laura explained that they offer a new perspective on the world and challenge our expectations, making us think and feel in new ways. “They demonstrate the skill and creativity of the photographer, who must have quick reflexes and the ability to anticipate and capture fleeting moments in time.”

#4 Best Photo I Have Ever Taken

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#5 Here’s My Best Perfectly Timed Photo

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#6 This Is The Hilarious Moment A Curious Pufferfish Managed To Photobomb An Unsuspecting Diver

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Moreover, a perfectly timed photo can be the result of a combination of factors. Laura said these include things like luck, chance, skill, and preparation. “While some perfectly timed photos may be captured purely by chance or luck, skilled photographers with an eye for detail and the ability to anticipate and recognize unique moments are more likely to capture these rare and unexpected shots,” she commented.

#7 Couldn’t Ask For Better Timing

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#8 What Do You Mean, What’s Wrong With Her Feet?

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#9 Timing Is Key (But Luck Doesn’t Hurt Either)

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Chance, accident, and luck can all influence creativity in various ways. Laura explained that “they can provide unexpected opportunities or inspiration, push artists to think outside of the box, and lead to unique and innovative ideas.”

However, creativity doesn’t end just there because it also “requires skill, hard work, and discipline. So while chance occurrences can spark creativity, they are not the sole determinants of creative success.”

#10 This Sun Giving A Shoulder Rub To This Navy Officer

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#11 Twin Tales

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#12 Due To The Chair Leg And This Guy’s Posture, It Looks Like He’s Wearing High Heels

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We also wondered if it’s possible to stumble upon a great piece of art by accident. Laura commented that sometimes artists indeed create work that exceeds their original intention, “and the end result can be a masterpiece that was never planned.”

On the other hand, “it’s important to note that these accidents are often the result of the artist’s skill, creativity, and intuition,” she concluded.