National geographic proves once again that it is the top world authority on all things photographed and wild. Every year, the good folks of NG hold a photography contest for all the NG photographers. Submissions must be either of wild animals, people, places or landscapes (urban or natural). This is the selection for 2013, and in my book - they are all winners, each and every stunning one of them. |
If You Don't Love Foxes Yet, This May Change Your Mind
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The Stunning Winners of the Aerial Photography Competition
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Oh, To Be a National Geographic Photographer!
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The Full Glory of a Golden Rome...
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14 Vivid Portraits of Gorgeous Rare Birds
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20 Award Winning Photos of a Microscopic, Gorgeous World
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These Optical Illusions Will Totally Mess With Your Head
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21 Photos from The World's Most Beautiful Historical Sites
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