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📸 Northern Lights Photographer of the Year 2025
🏔️ Capturing the raw beauty of our planet
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Kamchatka – Land of Renewal Days in the “Dead Fore Kamchatka - Land of Renewal
Days in the “Dead Forest” and lava fields revealed that even the harshest places hide tenderness. Which frame captures that spirit best (1–9)?
1. Last Light (Vilyuchinsky)
2. Ocean Sentinels (Vilyuchinsky)
3.  Cruel Wasteland (Dead Forest)
4.  Resilience (Tolbachik lava fields)
5.  God Rays (Dead Forest)
6.  Frozen Fire (Tolbachik lava fields)
7.  Verdant Horizon (Life returns)
8.  The Quest (Deep into the ash ) 
9.  The Last Act (Farewell to the giants)
30-second long exposure at sunrise at Ribeira da J 30-second long exposure at sunrise at Ribeira da Janela, Madeira captured moments before this rookie seascaper got properly introduced to the true power of the ocean.

Duga ekspozicija (30 s) poznate lokacije Ribeira da Janela na Madeiri u praskozorje, malo pre nego što je ovaj neiskusni “seascaper” naučio koja je istinska snaga okeana.
Fanal Fanal
The forest is magical under the moonlight. Today, The forest is magical under the moonlight.
Today, it is also trapped under the pressure of mass tourism and our own irresponsibility.
To survive, it has to be fenced in.
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Šuma je magična pod mesečinom.
Danas je i zarobljena, pod pritiskom masovnog turizma i naše neodgovornosti.
Da bi opstala, mora biti ograđena.
Maglič Fortress (meaning Fortress of the Mist), th Maglič Fortress (meaning Fortress of the Mist), the protector of the Valley of Lilacs, rises above the Ibar River gorge, guarding one of medieval Serbia’s most strategic routes. Built in the 13th century, this remarkably preserved stronghold features seven towers and a central keep, once serving both defensive and administrative roles for Serbian rulers. Perched high on a steep hill and accessible only by a narrow path and bridge, Maglič overlooks the Valley of Lilacs, planted in honor of Serbian Queen Helen of Anjou.

Tvrđava Maglič, zaštitnik Doline jorgovana, uzdiže se iznad klisure reke Ibar i motri nad jednim od najvažnijih strateških puteva srednjovekovne Srbije. Podignuta u 13. veku, ova izuzetno očuvana tvrđava ima sedam kula i centralnu donžon-kulu, a nekada je služila u odbrambene i upravne svrhe srpskih vladara. Smešten visoko na strmom brdu i dostupan samo uskom stazom i mostom, Maglič nadgleda Dolinu jorgovana, zasađenu u čast srpske kraljice Jelene Anžujske.
Views, cliffs, and wild light, the essence of Made Views, cliffs, and wild light, the essence of Madeira.

📸 1 Miradouro do Guindaste
📸 2 Ponta do Tristão
📸 3 Miradouro da Ribeira da Janela

Happy New Year and beautiful holiday days ahead ✨
Madeira Island represents the exposed summit of a Madeira Island represents the exposed summit of a vast volcanic structure. Only the upper quarter of this system sits above sea level, while the rest drops nearly 4.000 meters into the Atlantic. The island’s dramatic cliffs are simply the visible crest of a massive underwater mountain.
Some of Madeira’s volcanic rocks date back over 100 million years, though most of the landscape we see today formed within the last 66 million years. Remarkably, the island’s final phase of volcanic activity is quite recent. Charcoal preserved in lava reveals that the last eruption ended around 6.450 years ago, which in geological terms is almost yesterday. 😊
📸 This is a long‑exposure shot of Madeira’s lava rocks, perfectly interacting with the surrounding cliffs.
I had high expectations for this location, but I w I had high expectations for this location, but I was met with disappointment, the famous dead tree on the way to Pico Ruivo had been knocked down and broken. At first, I was angry, convinced it was the result of irresponsible tourists. In the end, it turned out that wasn’t the case. On top of that, I faced a few technical challenges while taking these photos.
But as the day went on, I realized that things weren’t so bleak after all, quite the opposite. I witnessed incredible conditions, unusual natural phenomena above the clouds, and the last full moon of this year.
I hope you enjoy these photographs as much as I ultimately did.

Imao sam velika očekivanja od ove lokacije, a dočekalo me je razočaranje, čuveno mrtvo drvo na putu ka Pico Ruivu bilo je oboreno i slomljeno. U prvi mah bio sam besan, uveren da su to učinili neodgovorni turisti. Na kraju se ispostavilo da nije ipak bilo tako. Uz to, pratile su me i tehničke poteškoće tokom fotografisanja.
Ali kako je dan odmicao, shvatio sam da ipak nije sve tako crno, naprotiv. Bio sam svedok neverovatnih uslova, neobičnih prirodnih pojava iznad oblaka i poslednjeg punog meseca ove godine.
Nadam se da ćete uživati u ovim fotografijama, onako kako sam na kraju uživao i ja.
Every hiker knows that views like this are worth t Every hiker knows that views like this are worth the fatigue and sleepless nights. They heal the soul. I enjoyed every moment of this day, and I hope you’ll enjoy the photographs too.
Happy International Mountain Day ⛰️ Happy International Mountain Day ⛰️
It’s a huge pleasure to share that my photo was se It’s a huge pleasure to share that my photo was selected among the Top 25 Northern Lights Photos of 2025 in the prestigious Capture the Atlas selection. 

What makes it even more surreal is that it was literally my first time ever seeing the aurora. 

Honored to stand alongside so many insanely talented photographers who’ve inspired me for years and proud to carry the title 2025 Northern Lights Photographer of the Year. 

Congrats to everyone and thank you! 

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Where the Sea Turns to Mist Where the Sea Turns to Mist
Avala above the clouds 💙 Avala above the clouds 💙
From mountains with love ❤️ From mountains with love ❤️
Painted by the sea and fading light Painted by the sea and fading light
Eastern Serbia, a fairytale land revealed as the e Eastern Serbia, a fairytale land revealed as the early snow melts and the forest turns to mist.
Dragon's Eye and Whale clouds Dragon's Eye and Whale clouds
A collection of photos from the iconic spots that A collection of photos from the iconic spots that made us all fall in love with Lofoten at first sight. 🥰
The ocean kept crashing into the rocks again and a The ocean kept crashing into the rocks again and again. Great enthusiasm. 🤷🏻‍♂️
Genie out of the bottle 🧞‍♂️ Genie out of the bottle 🧞‍♂️
Among the most breathtaking sunrises I’ve ever exp Among the most breathtaking sunrises I’ve ever experienced. ❤️
 
📍 Storsandnes Beach, Lofoten Islands
My only wish was to see the Northern Lights. When My only wish was to see the Northern Lights. When that dream came true on the very first night after my arrival, and I saw this magnificent phenomenon for the first time in my life, all other wishes simply disappeared. Surrendered to nature, I relaxed and enjoyed everything the islands had to offer. I felt as if the Lofoten Islands had embraced us with their warm, endless hug. Among the most beautiful memories is this photograph — in the distance, my friend Luka stands in awe, watching the Aurora dance across the spectacular Skagsanden Beach. I love the Lofoten Islands.
 
📍 Skagsanden Beach, Lofoten Islands
Apstraktna umetnost oblikovana prirodom. Mineraln Apstraktna umetnost oblikovana prirodom. 
Mineralne vode Kazbeka oslikale su zemlju neverovatnim bojama, linijama i oblicima. 
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Abstract art shaped by nature.
Kazbegi’s mineral waters have painted the land with incredible colors, lines, and forms.
Dolina Truso sa rekom Terek mi je bilo jedno od na Dolina Truso sa rekom Terek mi je bilo jedno od najlepših pešačenja u Gruziji. 
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The Truso Valley with the Terek River was one of the most beautiful hikes I had in Georgia.
I love reflections very much 🙂 I love reflections very much 🙂
Crkva Svete Trojice u Gergetiju, koja ponosno stoj Crkva Svete Trojice u Gergetiju, koja ponosno stoji pred moćnim Kazbekom, je možda najveća ikona gruzijskog turizma i najpoznatiji prizor iz zemlje. Podignuta u 14. veku na 2.170 m nadmorske visine, ostaje utočište, simbol vere i bezvremenski čuvar gruzijskog identiteta.
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The Gergeti Trinity Church, proudly standing before the mighty Kazbek, is perhaps the greatest icon of Georgian tourism and the most famous sight in the country. Built in the 14th century at an elevation of 2.170 m, it remains a refuge, a symbol of faith, and a timeless guardian of Georgian identity.
Fotografije iz ovog seta nastale su objektivima od Fotografije iz ovog seta nastale su objektivima od 200–400 mm, potpuno van mog uobičajenog raspona i vizije sveta od 12–25 mm. :) Iako su za mene neobične i još uvek nemam jasan odnos prema njima, nadam se da će vam preneti delić onog osećaja divljenja koji sam doživeo hodajući predivnom zemljom Gruzijom. 
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The photographs in this set were taken with 200–400 mm lenses, completely outside my usual range and vision of the world at 12–25 mm. :) Although they feel unusual to me and I still don’t have a clear relationship with them, I hope they convey a fragment of the awe I experienced while walking through the beautiful land of Georgia.
Šhara, sa svojih 5.193 m, najviši je vrh u Gruziji Šhara, sa svojih 5.193 m, najviši je vrh u Gruziji i treći po visini na Kavkazu i u Evropi. Veličanstveno se uzdiže iznad regiona Svaneti, u blizini sela Ušguli, i čini deo Velikog Kavkaza na granici sa Rusijom. Sa njenih padina spušta se glečer Šhara, dugačak 5–6 km, moćna reka leda koja je izvorište reke Enguri, jedne od najznačajnijih reka Gruzije.
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Shkhara, standing at 5.193 m, is the highest mountain in Georgia and the third-highest in the Caucasus and Europe. Rising dramatically above the Svaneti region near the village of Ushguli, it forms part of the Greater Caucasus Range along the border with Russia. From its slopes descends the Shkhara Glacier, stretching 5–6 km in length, a powerful river of ice that gives birth to the Enguri River — one of Georgia’s most important waterways.
Durmitorski klasik u ponoćnom izdanju. — Durmitor Durmitorski klasik u ponoćnom izdanju.
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Durmitor classic in a midnight edition.

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Iako poznata i bezbroj puta viđena, lepota ove pla Iako poznata i bezbroj puta viđena, lepota ove planine u sezoni cvetanja je uvek neodoljiva.
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Though familiar and seen countless times, the beauty of this mountain in bloom is always irresistible.

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