National Geographic Photography

"David Hanson crosses a fallen log beneath soaring trees and a lingering fog in Washington's Olympic National Park." (Photo and caption by Michael Hanson)

"Andrew and his friend, a young sperm whale named Scar, were swimming together off the west coast of Dominica. The two of them became "friends" after Andrew saved Scar's life." (Photo and caption by Peter Allinson)

"When the wave conditions are right a wave appears, infrequently, as a result of the splash back off the cliff connecting with an incoming wave. This causes the incoming wave to pop up, creating fan-like shapes. On this particular day, over the two hours I spent on the rocks, this wave only appeared once. This is that shot." (Photo and caption by Aaron Feinberg)

"On my second day visiting the astounding Iguazu falls on the Brazilian side I was forced to change to my telephoto lens as my wide angle had been damaged by the water vapour. In had rained solid for 10 days prior to my arrival and so the falls were at their most spectacular. Standing on the elevated viewing platform I was able to shoot this school group who stood transfixed, emphasizing the incredible size of the falls." (Photo and caption by Ian Kelsall)

"A male gelada baboon on the Guassa Plateau of the Ethiopian Highlands enjoys a good grooming." (Photo and caption by Robin Moore)

"Nazroo, a mahout (elephant driver), poses for a portrait while taking his elephant, Rajan, out for a swim in front of Radha Nagar Beach in Havelock, Andaman Islands. Rajan is one of the few elephants in Havelock that can swim, so when he is not dragging timber in the forest he is used as a tourist attraction. The relationship between the mahout and his elephant usually lasts for their entire lives, creating an extremely strong tie between the animal and the human being." (Photo and caption by Cesare Naldi)

"Taken at Kwena Croc Farm in South Africa" (Photo and caption by Wayne Holloway)

Above are some of my favourite images from National Geographic's Annual International Photography Contest. In my opinion, some of the best photography in the world turns up in the pages of National Geographic. The most stunning scenery and breathtaking images. And every time I see them, it makes me realise how much beauty in the world there is to see and how little time there is to see it! Thanks to modern technology, you can experience a snippet of it from the comfort of your own home.

Visit the National Geographic website for the full archive of photographs and further information.

Banksy Vs KKK

Bristol based graffiti artist Banksy is taking a road trip around America, it seems and leaving his mark as he goes. The Wooster Collective, have to low down of his most recent statement.

"After leaving New Orleans, it appears that Banksy is now heading through the Deep South.

The piece below was spotted on an old abandoned Chevron Station near Birmingham Alabama. (We're told it's somewhere between where the 59 Freeway meets the 65 going South near a large Home Depot on the 59)

(Note: As of now, the one photo below is all that exists, so if you're in the area and see the piece, let us know and send us some snaps)"

Bird Blocks

Simple but effective, these birds are made from the simplest forms and subtle curves. Block colour enhances their impact whilst a gentle shades of the same colours are applied for softness.


Each print is "Giclée (digitally) printed on a high quality professional Epson printer, with pigment-based, Epson UltraChrome K3 inks, that will last up to 100 years. Printed on Epson Ultra Smooth (hot press) 250 g/m2 archival fine art paper."


There are tons more birds to be found on the lumadessa website which include the Red Crested Cardinal, Toco Toucan, Black-Capped Chickadee, Vermilion Flycatcher, Green Honeycreeper and Whistling Fruit Dove to name but a few.

Each print is one of fifty limited editions, signed and numbered by Maine based artist Josh Brill. They retail for $20 and 5% of profits are donated to Animal and Environmental charities.