LocationsThe Spirit BearFewer than 500—that's the number of Spirit Bears that exist in the entire world. The Higher GroundBank to the left and lift the wing," I shout over my shoulder above the roar of the engine. Discover Alaska WildlifeI first visited Alaska almost 10 years ago and became so enamored with Alaska's snow-covered summits, tidewater glaciers and wildlife that I decided to make it the focus of my photography. Skin TradeThough undeniably bold, the slither-chic allure of this versatile piece is hard to resist. ParadiseImagine Hawaii. No doubt you're picturing beautiful white sand beaches, lush tropical forests, maybe even an ocean sunset. The Season Of SolitudeIn 2011, he found snow in late September while leading a workshop in Glacier National Park, but his winter really kicked in when he landed in a remote Arctic range a few days into October. He'll take winter wherever, whenever he can find it. Photographing With PurposeWhat does it mean to be a photographer with purpose? Assignments: November 2011The Black And White Assignment was one of the most popular that we've run, and it attracted some of the best photography. ... People In ColorIn the last decade, with the nation enthralled in two wars, combat photojournalism and photojournalists have woven their way into the day-to-day fabric of all of our lives. ... Discovering IndiaIn 2011, Fredric Roberts of Los Angeles, Calif., was presented with the award for Best Foreign Photographer for India. A Photo HighwayTen years ago, I found myself staring at a map of the western United States looking for my next photographic project. Off The Beaten PathWhen Marc Muench was a kid, he and his family spent their summers on the road. The Big StoryIf the essence of National Geographic Magazine could be limited to one word, it would be discovery. If the essence of... Appalachian Ridge RunnerTo reach the Priest Pinnacle in the Priest Wilderness of the George Washington National Forest in central Virginia, Jerry Greer starts out long before daybreak to trek two miles up the Appalachian Trail, and then, with his GPS, heads off-trail to reach... Assignments: August 2011I was impressed by the range of subjects and the variety of perspectives that were submitted. Shades Of WildlifeThe list of world-class black-and-white wildlife photographers is a short one, but even if it were pages long, South African photographer Heinrich van den Berg certainly would belong near the top. The Whale GuyOn March 10, 1979, Flip Nicklin met Frank, who was "singing" in the waters off of Maui at the time. Assignments: July 2011The In The Mountains Assignment drew a number of excellent submissions to the gallery on the OP website. ... Sand In My Shoes: The Other MojaveEncompassing some 25,000 square miles of real estate in southeastern California and southern Nevada is the great Mojave Desert. ... Assignments: June 2011The OP Assignments galleries on our website continue to showcase the considerable talents of the magazine's readers. ... Myrtle Island, South CarolinaA favorite and idyllic setting exemplifying the area's countless estuarial rivers, creeks and marshes, Myrtle Island is found deep in South Carolina's Low Country
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Patagonia The Last Wild PlaceIn South America, "south" means more than a direction, more than a description and more than a mere adjective. ... Spring In The NorthwestWinters can be long in the Pacific Northwest...or maybe they just seem that way. Beyond The Range Of LightBased in Northern California, Elizabeth Carmel is one of the top nature photographers working today. Here Be DragonsIt’s 2 a.m. at 80º north of the equator. The midnight sun glares off puddles in the pack ice. Assignments: May 2011In this issue’s Assignments department, we’re looking at three dramatic mountain scenes. Southwest Road TripWatching a spectacular Bryce lightning storm through my camera viewfinder, I looked around to check the light behind me and found I was sharing the viewpoint with 65 of my "closest friends." That’s when I knew I needed to find other,...
Also labeled: North-America
Capturing The LandGeorge Ward was 33 years old when he first picked up a camera in a meaningful way. Under The Big SkyComparing a landscape photographer’s output to that of Ansel Adams is a tricky proposition. Assignments: March 2011The Assignments galleries on the Outdoor Photographer website have been a hit with readers, and as I look through the images, I’m constantly impressed by the wealth of strong photographs.
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