Smithsonian Photo Contest Galleries | smithsonianmag.comhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/rss/tag/photo-contest-featured-photographer/RSS feed for Smithsonian Photo Contest GalleriesenFri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0000These 15 Photos Showcase the Intensely Brilliant Colors of Coral Reefs and the Creatures That Live Among Themhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-15-photos-showcase-the-intensely-brilliant-colors-of-coral-reefs-and-the-creatures-that-live-among-them-180989691/These images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest highlight the importance of the marine ecosystems and the many species they help sustainFri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-15-photos-showcase-the-intensely-brilliant-colors-of-coral-reefs-and-the-creatures-that-live-among-them-180989691/Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day With These 15 Dramatic Images of the Rich, Enduring Traditions of Native Americanshttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/celebrate-indigenous-peoples-day-with-these-15-dramatic-images-of-the-rich-enduring-traditions-of-native-americans-180989662/These photographs from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest showcase Native Americans taking part in their respective tribal customsFri, 09 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/celebrate-indigenous-peoples-day-with-these-15-dramatic-images-of-the-rich-enduring-traditions-of-native-americans-180989662/These 15 Adorable Photos of Pandas Will Make You Want to Visit the Zoo Immediatelyhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/these-15-adorable-photos-of-pandas-will-make-you-want-to-visit-the-zoo-immediately-180989606/Members of the fluffy and adorable but vulnerable species are often cared for in zoos and breeding centers around the world, and these snapshots may make you jealous of the caretakers’ jobsFri, 02 Oct 2026 15:21:12 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/these-15-adorable-photos-of-pandas-will-make-you-want-to-visit-the-zoo-immediately-180989606/These 15 Wonderful Photographs of Kenya’s World-Class Wildlife Will Have You Booking a Flight to the Savannahttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-15-wonderful-photographs-of-kenyas-world-class-wildlife-will-have-you-booking-a-flight-to-the-savanna-180989558/The East African nation is home to a number of conservation parks where its impressive animals roam freeFri, 25 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-15-wonderful-photographs-of-kenyas-world-class-wildlife-will-have-you-booking-a-flight-to-the-savanna-180989558/These 15 Riveting Photos of Firefighters in Action Showcase the Strength and Courage They Need to Risk Their Lives to Save Othershttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-15-riveting-photos-of-firefighters-in-action-showcase-the-strength-and-courage-they-need-to-risk-their-lives-to-save-others-180989444/On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, take in this collection of images pulled from the archives of the Smithsonian Magazine Photo ContestFri, 11 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-15-riveting-photos-of-firefighters-in-action-showcase-the-strength-and-courage-they-need-to-risk-their-lives-to-save-others-180989444/These 15 Stunning Photographs Capture All That There Is to Love About the People, Land and Culture of Argentinahttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-15-stunning-photographs-capture-all-that-there-is-to-love-about-the-people-land-and-culture-of-argentina-180989373/See images of the South American country’s charming cities, historic homes, beautiful beaches and majestic mountainsFri, 21 Aug 2026 11:30:15 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-15-stunning-photographs-capture-all-that-there-is-to-love-about-the-people-land-and-culture-of-argentina-180989373/