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Winners, 2011 Photo Contest

We received more than 550 entries in this contest. Take a look at the prize-winning photo and 18 other finalists below.

Grand Prize

June Jacobsen, Patchogue, NY
Expedition: Land of the Polar Bears

Prize: Trip for two to Bhutan on our Bhutan Photography Expedition

Tundra Trek — Brilliant day for a hike on the Arctic tundra, surprisingly alive with flora, as well as reindeer and Arctic fox. It seems the mountains make their own weather on Svalbard, or at least, cloud formations, this one no exception.

Gallery of Finalists

The following images are presented in no particular order. Click on any thumbnail to launch the gallery and view the larger version, along with the captions written by the entrants.

Congratulations to all participating photographers for sharing such amazing images.
We look forward to seeing your submissions in next year's contest --
look for an announcement on our website in January.

Want to improve your photography skills? Learn tips and techniques from
one of our renowned photographers while exploring fascinating places on a
National Geographic Photography Workshop or Expedition.

Your participation in a National Geographic Expedition provides support to National Geographic's mission of increasing global understanding through exploration, geography education, and research.