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Martin Stranka (Czech Republic)

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Prague, Czech Republic.

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Selective colors, curves, adjusted leaves ans sky.

This picture tells a tale. It transports us into another world which is magical and legendary. The light is mysterious as we can't tell where the source is, and the fog and leaves have the potential to illicit different interpretations. The pine tree in the fog creates a mystical aura that I appreciate and the composition of the image is amazing. (Vincent Munier)

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EFFORT
Truong Nhat Nam (Vietnam)

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Phan Thiet beach

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In the picture, the fishermen are at sea fishing. They are efforts to overcome the waves.

This image has it all. A beautifully balanced composition capturing man against the elements. The wall of white spray, (frozen in time), in striking contrast to that of the deep green of the water. The man strains as he battles to maneuver his craft against the power of the surging wash. This is a technically well executed and symbolic photograph' (David Dare Parker)

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Going to the Chapel
Rebecca Bundschuh (Canada)

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I was photographing my friend's wedding in Calgary, Alberta on a rainy September day. The bride had just pulled up to the chapel and was waiting for her father to open the door.

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This image expresses anticipation and excitement at that exact moment in time. This photograph is one of my favorites as it tells a story through many reflections of light.

Every time I see this photo I discover something new and it brings a smile to my face. This photo reminds me of my photojournalism days when I would get a nice surprise in my photo. The composition is excellent and the work is strong overall. (Robin Layton)

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mau
Makoto Takizawa (Japan)

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Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture in slightly cloudy conditions.

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This captures a moment in time of a Japanese Tit bird with a drooping plum tree serving as the backdrop.

The first time I saw this image, I was drawn to it. There is nothing distracting in this image, and I feel that I can look at this bird for many hours. The composition of this photo reminds me of Japanese playing cards–this strikes me. This is an appropriate selection for this region as it is quintessentially Japanese. (Yurie Nagashima)

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Clean the energies
Felipe Baenninger (Brazil)

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When I decided to document this occupation I had a clear idea in my mind. My idea was to document the efforts, the action and its components.

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This work was a very important learning process. I slept on the street and I saw how an independent movement unraveled in all its glories and difficulties. Achieving independence is a complicated process.

Sailfish run
Daniel Botelho (Brazil)

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I took this image in Isla Mujeres, Mexico , where the annual sailfish run happens. Hundreds of sailfishes feed on thousands of sardines. This was a very challenging shot, considering the speed of the action and because the sardines always swim against the sun.

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I do believe that an image can save a life. When you fall in love with the subject of a photo, you want to preserve it . My biggest satisfaction is to use my photos to educate people about the seas and that we need to keep it healthy and alive.

Energy of love
Lucas Lermen (Brazil)

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Wedding Gabriela e Mauricio

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My name is Lucas Lermen, I'm 20, and photographer for 8 years. Today I dedicate my time to photograph a wedding and a few other projects copyright.

Woman river
Mathieu Dupuis (Canada)

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I took this picture in Abitibi-Temiscamingue, a region of the Northen Canada. The Woman River is near Opasatica Lake.

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the Watt
Matthias Buchholz (Germany)

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This shot was taken on May 9, 2009, close to Busum city, in the northern part of Germany during a three hour walk through the Watt with some friends. I was deeply impressed by the landscape and took this shot.

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Coming from still life, loving life. I am a young and interested photographer, looking forward to where this job will lead me to.

Swim Free
Alexandru Axon (Romania)

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This is a shot of a lake like many others, with a wooden dock.

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I wanted this picture to inspire a feeling of freedom, a release from everyday routine. I saw the contest theme as being all about happy and free feelings and this is what the image conveys.

Wild
Nicky Proniewicz (United Kingdom)

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This photograph was the first ever photograph I took with my Nikon D90, after ditching another brand of camera gear and going with Nikon. I managed to persuade my girlfriend to come out into the garden so i could get to grips with my newly purchased camera. Getting to grips with the Nikon user interface and button positions felt like second nature.

It was mid summer and the middle of the afternoon so I didn't have the best lighting conditions available. I laid a cream coloured sheet out on the gass to act as a sun bounce and was shooting into the sun to get some rim or hair light. As soon as I saw the glow reflecting back into my models face, the look I wanted was in my mind. Persuading her to mess up her hair to bring it to life was the biggest challenge!

Urban shepherd
Mihail Kopychko (Belarus)

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On the outskirts of the city, a shepherd herding cows. Small pension does not help to survive, so he takes the meat and milk to the dairy and meat processing plants. The old man was not discouraged, he just lives in his quiet world in Mogilev, Belarus.

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Contrast, color correction.

Demi Devil
Sourav Karmakar (India)

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This was shot at a festival in a rural village called Midnapur.

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Simple festival moods.

Sacrificing lives to Debi Durga
Saikat Mojumder (Bangladesh)

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I took this image during a Hindu religious festival in Netrakona, Bangladesh when Hindu peoples are giving sacrifice to Debi Durga.

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Durga Puja is the most splendid festival in the Hindu religion. During the day of this festival there are many rites and an animal sacrifice. A devoted follower may ask Diva Durga for advice, in return they must give something to her.

Inception
Yue Guo (China)

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After rain in the Forbidden City, Beijing, China.

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Just do it. Never give up.

just before the sacred dip in the Ganges
Abhishek Hajela (India)

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This Image was shot during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, India. This festival comes after every 12 years and is the biggest religious festival on Earth and is the largest gathering of humanity anywhere on the planet. This particular day when this image was shot 12 million people turned up to take holy dip in the River Ganga.

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Currently I am in the process of researching the lives of Naga Sadhus (naked saints). I often stay with them and attend their various other religious festivals. I want to work on an intensive photographic project on them to understand what drives them and their lifestyle.

Waiting for Sumida River fireworks
Yuuta Fujigaya (Japan)

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This shot was taken during an intermission at the Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival in Tokyo.

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This image is not just another photo capturing fireworks. It captures the droves of people and their excitement, energy and heat.

generation
Tatsuya Kano (Japan)

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This was taken at a farm in Bali Island on a rainy day in 2010.

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I am so honored to receive this international award. The woman in the photo passed away a few months after this photograph was taken. I deeply treasure the time that I was able to spend with her and the things she taught me. The chance that I had to photograph her was an important gift and I will continue to take photos with this experience in mind.

March
Izumi Kozasa (Japan)

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Marching crowd in the historic city center of Mexico City on Independence Day. It rained and they sprayed bubbles during the festivities. The atmosphere was filled with search lights and celebratory sounds.

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Sakaki matsuri Festival of Fire
Mitsu Maeda (Japan)

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This image was taken at Saku City's Sasaki Festival in Nagano Prefecture, one of the three major fire festivals in Shinshu. I wanted to capture the spirit of the men participating in the festivities and convey the intensity of the feelings that the locals experience during this important festival.

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