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	Book signing and lecture followed by Q&A In celebration of the International Year of Biodiversity, WWF and the Embassy of Sweden are proud to present a joint lecture "Inspiring Conservation in the Heart of Borneo: Photography as a Tool for Change" with world-renowned National Geographic photographer Mattias Klum and the Heart of Borneo Initiative leader Adam Tomasek.
	Jane Goodal Institute of Singapore Talk: Ashley Leiman Ashley Leiman has been actively involved in Asian conservation for over 30 years. Her initial involvement was with the Natural History Society and Conservation Society in Hong Kong. In 1985 she was on the organizing committee of the New York Rainforest Alliance. After a visit to Tanjung Puting National Park, Indonesian Borneo, as an Earthwatch Institute volunteer, Ashley set about establishing the Orangutan Foundation in the UK. Ashley Leiman set up the Orangutan Foundation, in the spare bedroom of her own house. Since then, and always under her guidance as director, the Foundation has worked tirelessly to protect orangutans and their rainforest home. Free admission.
	Olympus and Nippon Photography Institute Come catch the photo journeys of 10 Japanese photography students from the Nippon Photography Institute in Tokyo, Japan, who are currently travelling around the region to share their passion for photography, as well as their unforgettable experiences in capturing the wonderful sights of Asia via Olympus lenses. From a journey that started in Korea in March 2010, these photo enthusiasts will bring their exhibition through Taiwan, Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia before arriving in Singapore in June 2010. The 14-day photography exhibition at the National Geographic Store is titled - “Photo Exhibition of Overseas Photo Fieldwork” – showcases the photos of the memorable landscape and wonderful people that the 10 students have encountered in the course of their photography journey through Asia, which were all taken using the Olympus μ-TOUGH 6010. While in Singapore showcasing their work, the students will also be sharing their experiences since the start of their journey in March 2010, on 3 June 2010 (Thursday) at The National Geographic Singapore Store. From the series of overseas photo exhibition, the aim is to showcase the students’ works to Singapore and the regional counties, as well as to engage in a cultural exchange with locals through photography.
	African Colours African Colours Retrospective — National Geographic Store Archive Collection is a new photography exhibit featuring the works of several legendary National Geographic photographers, including Thomas J. Abercrombie, Chris Johns, and other photographers. This collection embraces the African continent´s infinite cultural diversity through its fascinating colours that reveal the energy pulsing through this vibrant continent.
	Celebration of Youth 25 May-6 June, 2010 The South Zone Centre of Excellence for Design presents “Celebration of Youth”, a youth photography competition and exhibition, in collaboration with National Geographic Store, VivoCity. This photography competition is open to all primary, secondary and integrated programme (IP) schools, junior colleges and Millennia Institute in Singapore. 2010 will witness Singapore hosting the inaugural Youth Olympics. The Youth Olympics brings together young people of different races and backgrounds to celebrate Youth. Participants are encouraged to explore different interpretations to this year’s theme “Celebration of Youth”. It could be an entry that embodies the energy and spirit of Youth or simply a photograph of youths in action. For more information of the photography competition, please visit www.celebrationofyouth.yolo.sg Free admission.
	Olympus tough Amazing Race 4 June, 2010 Come join us in a race to hunt for clues and solve quizzes at the National Geographic Store through Photography. Lots of attractive prizes to be won! (Only suitable for kids from age 7-12) Free admission.
	Sharing session on learning Journey by NPI students 3 June, 2010
	Photo treasure hunt! and workshop 29 May, 2010 Bring your kids (7-12) to this interesting Photo Treasure Hunt! at the National Geographic Store where they will learn about Photography and camera-handling techniques. In addition, there will be prizes to be won in the Photo Treasure Hunt!. Please kindly RSVP at singapore.events@worldwideretailstore.com (Limited spaces available) Cameras will be provided for registered participants. Free admission.
	Fran Downey 22 May, 2010 Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about Message in a Bottle and Storm warnings from Francis J. Downey, the Vice President and Publisher of National Geographic Explorer. Sessions are as follows: Message in a Bottle You finished the last drop of water. Where does your plastic bottle go now? It's up to you. Suitable for children aged 5 – 7. 2.00 – 3.00 pm Storm Warnings Supersize thunderstorms rumble. Lightning slashes the sky. Hurricane-force winds blow. Deadly tornadoes spin, leaving a path of destruction. Suitable for children aged 8 – 12. 4.00 – 5.00pm Please kindly RSVP at singapore.events@worldwideretailstore.com (Limited spaces available) Free admission.
	Long-tailed macaques talk 8 May, 2010 Dr. Gumert will present a workshop at the National Geographic Store in VivoCity, where he will present images from his work with long-tailed macaques and discuss his research on them. In addition, he will discuss many of the conservation and management issues concerning this species across Southeast Asia. Long-tailed macaques are a widespread and common monkey in Southeast Asia, but despite this are facing problems as a large proportion of their population directly conflict with humans, and in some regions they are being systematically captured for trade. Dr. Gumert will discuss our future needs for handling these dilemmas, as well as discussing the consequences of our close interface with this monkey across Southeast Asia. Free admission.
	Voice of the Ocean Competition 12-25 April ADEX 2010 Voice of the Ocean competition Organised by Asian Diver and presented by National Geographic Store, the Voice of the Ocean exhibition will showcase the best entries of the 2010 edition of the competition. Enthusiasts of all ages and skills share photographs, videos and artworks that channel their passion for the underwater world and highlight its beauty while reminding us of the need for marine conservation. Free Admision
	Nature photography workshop 21 April, 3p.m. Kicking off a series of student oriented activities and events, National Geographic Explorer and Green Space Programme is organizing a special 2-part Nature Photography Workshop and Exploration Session for "Young Explorers", conducted by renowned Singapore Nature & Wildlife Photographer, C.S. Ling. This coming Earth Day, empower your young charges with a new way of appreciating nature! As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words, so give your children this gift that will inculcate good values and environmental perspectives for the rest of their lives! Participants will also get a chance to join C.S Ling in a hands-on Exploration Session of the Sentosa Nature Discovery Trail the next morning. Learn more about National Geographic's series of activities and events, organized exclusively for your children, and how they may stand to win attractive prizes just by picking up their cameras and pens!
	Fresh organic vegetables talk 17 April, 3p.m. Cynthia Wee-Hoefer is a former magazine and newspaper journalist who now finds herself a purveyor of fresh organic vegetables and produce. Not any imported produce but that grown on her hilltop farm in the countryside of Nepal. Cynthia has two purposes. To impress upon the farmers in Nepal to go the organic way and she is already getting supplies from one; and to inform people that helping farmers sustain organic farming is also good for their economy and for the environment. The immediate benefit for the consumers is the incredible taste and nutrition of fresh vegetables flown in from the farm to their table. A slide presentation of photos taken by Cynthia’s photographer husband Hans Hoefer will reveal the farm activities, nature, the culture and the incredible views to the Himalayan Mountains. For the Earth Day celebration talk at the National Geographic Store in Vivocity, Cynthia will recount her personal adventure of bringing in produce from a country known for its beautiful people and landscape amidst an uncertain political situation. Free admission.
	Videography Workshop 16 April, 7p.m. Editor and documentary director Diego A. Garcia will be presenting the winning photographs and videos of the ADEX Voice of the Ocean Competition. Diego will speak about what sets these works apart, and will share stories about the trials of past underwater filming and photographic adventures. He will discuss the first-ever underwater video recordings of humpback whales in Philippine waters, as well as face-to-face encounters with whale sharks in Mozambique, Africa. Diego will share lessons learnt, and the future direction of underwater media. Diego A. Garcia is editor of Scuba Diver AustralAsia and a documentary filmmaker specialising in underwater, travel and cultural themes.”
	Marine Photography workshop and Shark Talk 8 April, 7p.m. John A Scarlett is an award-winning underwater still photographer. An ardent conservationist, Scarlett is a member of the Board of Trustees of Shark Savers, which is a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to shark advocacy. He also serves on the Earlham College Board of Trustees. His new book, Loving Sharks, is a collection of photos taken over the past 5 years that highlight the beauty, the elegance and the sense of perfection that sharks, effectively breaking away from the portrayal of these animals as ruthless predators. A selection of photos from the book will be showcased at the National Geographic Store, Singapore. This worldwide premiere will run from 1 to 11 April 2010 and the admission is free.
	Inspiring talks by explorers: Rob Lilwall 10 April, 2010 After teaching teenagers geography at a secondary school near Oxford for two years, Rob Lilwall decided to do something far more relaxing: he bought a one way plane ticket and then flew with his bicycle to the Far Eastern Edge of Siberia and set off to ride home again. The journey back to London would eventually cover over 30,000 miles, take over three years, and carry him through such wild corners of the world as the thick jungles of Papua New Guinea, the ice-bound passes of Tibet, and the lonely valleys of Afghanistan. Along the way he learnt to camp at minus forty, survived malaria, and was robbed at gunpoint. Rob’s book about his adventures was recently published to rave reviews from the press. He is also a very accomplished public speaker, having enthralled and motivated audiences around the world with the story of his adventure and the lessons he learnt along the way. But what makes Rob’s message particularly impacting, is that he does not claim to be exceptional in strength or physique, but rather to be a normal person, who learnt to take risks, keep going, and put his whole heart into what he did until he achieved his goal. As the Sunday Telegraph said, “Lilwall’s story is a remarkable one”. And as the Guardian said, Cycling Home From Siberia is “a two wheeled classic. I wanted to rise up singing”
	Marine Photography workshop and Shark Talk 8 April, 7p.m. This is your exclusive chance to meet underwater photographer extraordinaire John A. Scarlett, who will be in Singapore for the pre-launch seminar of Loving Sharks, his new photobook dedicated to these magnificent creatures. John will be talking about the importance of protecting sharks and how to photograph the ocean’s top predators in their full glory. Admission is free.
	Frog Workshop 20 March, 3p.m. To most people, these green slimy hopping animals evoke both fear and fascination. In this 30 minutes workshop, participants will learn more about the American Bullfrog through a "live demonstration". You will be taught the way to handle a live frog and to tell the difference between a male and female frog. A "Frog-o-logist" from Jurong Frog Farm will also share with us the contributions of frogs as a global environmental health indicators.
	SPCA Event 13 March, 12-6p.m. Visit the National Geographic Store at VivoCity this school holiday for a purrfect and barking fun Saturday! Find out what’s happening to animals in the local scene and learn exactly what you need to be a responsible pet owner from the Society of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA). It’s playtime after that with loads of games (five booths) and prizes to be given away! Hope to see you there! This event is brought to you by the National Geographic Store, SPCA and the students from the Ministry of Education's Leadership Development Program.
	TIGERS: A celebration of Life TIGERS: A celebration of Life is a new photographic exhibit featuring the best tiger images to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Tiger. Renowned wildlife photographer Andy Rouse’s passion for his subjects is evident in every one of his stunning images. Rouse’s remarkable photos present extraordinary, close-up portraits of these fascinating and often unpredictable animals, as well as intimate glimpses of tigers in their natural environment. "Tigers: A Celebration of Life" is a stunning collection of breathtaking photographs that will leave viewers with a renewed sense of awe toward these magnificent animals and a deeper appreciation for the beauty of our natural world.
	Living planet talk series: sustainable seafood Satisfying our demand for seafood is causing untold damage to the natural functioning of our ecosystems. Many fish species are being forced to the brink of economic extinction through unsustainable fishing practices. Singapore as a nation is one of the greatest consumers of seafood in the Asia-Pacific region and much of our seafood is sourced from an important and fragile marine ecosystem on our doorstep known as the Coral Triangle. Today our oceans are under more pressure than ever from human and environmental impacts. We are taking fish out of the sea faster than they can be replenished and global and local marine fisheries are collapsing. With increasing demand for seafood in Singapore how can we ensure that our fish stocks remain healthy for the future? You can make a difference. If you love to eat seafood but are concerned about the health of our oceans then come along for a free informative talk, find out how you can make a difference, and pick up your free copy of the first ever Singapore Seafood Guide. The guide will help you choose fish (when buying or dining out) from well-managed, sustainable stocks which are caught using methods that minimise damage to marine wildlife and the environment.
	The realities for the Wild Tiger Today. 28 February with Michale Baltzer, Leader, Tiger Network Initiative, WWF Tiger populations are declining in face of massive poaching for illegal wildlife trade, habitat loss and fragmentation, and conflict with humans. There are only about 3,200 tigers left in the wild and WWF’s goal is to double that number by 2022, the next Year of the Tiger. Join WWF to hear about the reality of wild tigers and the threats they are facing. In addition, learn about the challenges to protect them and the solutions put in place by WWF and others. And what you can do as an individual to be part of the action to save the tiger.
Michael Baltzer, Leader of WWF's global tiger conservation efforts, leads the strategic work of ensuring viable wild tiger populations in the priority landscapes of the WWF Tiger Action Plan. Previously, Michael has previously worked for WWF as the Conservation Director of the Indochina Programme (now the Greater Mekong Programme) in 1999 and in 2004 as the Director of the Danube-Carpathian Programme. He brings with him rich experience with conservation work from across the world, particularly from Africa and Southeast Asia. He took on the post of leading WWF’s tiger conservation work in August 2009. He holds degrees in conservation and environmental studies. Michael is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
	Kids photography workshop. 27 February The National Geographic Store is glad to invite you to join a Kid's photography workshop at The National Geographic Store Auditorium. This ‘Introduction to Photography Workshop for Children’ allow participants to explore and experience the joy of expressing themselves visually through the use of the compact digital camera. Hands-on session with the digital camera will be conducted within the vicinity of the National Geographic Store. Basic digital camera handling and how to compose better pictures will be taught to the children in this two hours introductory workshop. Parents are also encouraged to join in the fun as the trainer will be highlighting areas for parents to understand and appreciate the photographs taken by the children.
	Living Planter Talk Series: Hotter than it should be. 20 February 2010, 3p.m. Climate change is among the most pervasive threats to the Earth today. It is already affecting a growing number of countries and regions around the world, including some habitats of endangered species and major urban areas. With high populations and countless cities in low lying deltas, the Asia Pacific region will bare the brunt of many of these impacts. Without action, climate change will cause the extinction of numerous species and destroy some of the world’s most precious ecosystems, putting millions of people at risk. Yet, we have the power to address Climate Change’s root causes and limit its impact on the planet.
The solutions are in our hands. To understand more about what Climate Change means for Singapore and how we can build a better future for ourselves and our children, join us.Prior to joining WWF, Carine Seror spent over 10 years working for multinational companies across Europe where she occupied various sales and marketing positions. She first joined WWF in China in 2004 where she was instrumental in establishing the organisation's branch office in Shanghai. Carine moved to Singapore in 2008 to oversee WWF's Singapore corporate relations and business engagement work. Carine holds a master degree in business and marketing and she is the proud mother of two children.
	In February 2007, Adam Tomasek (who leads WWF’s Heart of Borneo Initiative) and the governments of Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia and Malaysia signed the Heart of Borneo Declaration, an agreement that set the stage for unprecedented conservation and sustainable development across more than 22 million hectares, including trans-boundary landscapes. Since then, under Adam Tomasek leadership, the Heart of Borneo has evolved to full implementation of complex programs on regional governmental cooperation, trans-boundary conservation, business & industry engagement and long-term financing based on ecosystem services values. What has been the progress of the past three years? What are the opportunities and challenges being faced today and likely to be experienced in the near future? What are some of the solutions? This talk will elaborate how WWF and others are working to support making the Heart of Borneo an iconic success story.
	Wildlife trafficking is the world's third largest illicit trade after drugs and weapons, and poses a severe threat to the survival of several species of animals all over the world. The wildlife trade is rampant in Southeast Asia, home to many exotic animals. Wild animals are illegally sold as pets, or their body parts for decoration, food and medicinal uses. Singapore has been identified as a hub in the transportation of animals such as endangered birds and reptiles. ACRES will be holding an educational exhibition and giving a presentation on the types of animals commonly traded in Singapore, and what we can do to protect these endangered species and the bio-diversity of our planet.
	Digital photography competition Express your views thru photography on Singapore which involves environment, daily life, people or things that stir your passion, etc. With digital cameras becoming increasingly sophisticated and versatile, we want to provide a competitive platform for local photographers to present what they can do, and showcase their creativity to the public at National Geographic Store @ Vivo City, from December 3 to December 9. Organize by CR Media Pte Ltd.
	Photographic Highlights of the Royal Geographical Society. 1860 to 1953 The historical photographic collection of the Royal Geographical Society constitutes a unique record of the world's landscapes and people through almost two centuries. The Society holds over a half million images, providing a lasting snapshot of the world as seen by some of the most notable explorers and travelers. Not all of the photographs and artworks are of famous landmarks or events; many are of unassuming places and situations, which have special meaning for the creator. The images chosen for this exhibition offer a moment of insight into the extraordinary lives and experiences of some of these explorers and share with us their spirit of adventure. Photographic Highlights of the Royal Geographical Society, 1860 to 1953 is an exhibition of 42 historical photographs from the collection of the Royal Geographic Society.
	PERFECT PICTURES, ANYTIME! Anyone can take beautiful photos, but it requires a certain level of skills and techniques to produce a captivating shot under less-than-ideal physical conditions. Let our experts, Giora Dan and Paul Daly, show you the tricks in this special workshop. Topics covered: • How different lenses are used for different types of photography. •The durability of the gear under tough conditions. • The benefits of Image Stabiliser. • The functions of digital SLR eg intelligent preview and quality image without photoshoop touch-up. • Auxiliary technical pointers for travelers.
	The weather station. 27 and 28 November, 2009. The Weather Stations reflects modern people’s detachment to nature and their environment even in the face of extreme climate changes. The site-specific dance performance at the museum-like National Geographic Store allows the roving audience for an intimate, gallery viewing experience with intriguing distance between performers and audience. Dancers in dramatic costumes with Pianist Shane Thio playing a wired harpsichord, and nanyin musicians performing ancient instruments add to the theatre intensity and urgency of our planet in peril.

Kids' event at the National Geographic Store Auditorium on November 21 and 22, 2009.

What is the colour of a Dinosaur? Khaki Green with Black spots? Pink with Yellow strips? YOU DECIDE!

School’s Out! Put away your pen and paper, put on your apron and take out your brushes!

Join us for a day of 3D painting at the National Geographic Store on November 21 and 22 from 12p.m. to 6p.m. Customize your own dinosaur, race cars, puppies and even photo frame!

What colour? YOU DECIDE!

National Geographic Store and Zeco System present a talk on Green and Clean Energy on November 14 and 15, 2009. 1.30pm at the Auditorium.

Electric mobility is ideal for urban environments like Singapore. Earlier this year, Zeco introduced Singapore’s first electric scooter and kicked off its roadmap for an island-wide infrastructure of “re-fueling” stations for EVs with publicly available EV charging points located at hot spots. The Greenlots® charging network was expanded with solar charging stations in August 09. While existing charging spots at IKEA, INSEAD and PoMo tap into the main power grid for fossil fuel generated electricity, the Solar Charging Station is designed to generate clean electricity from solar energy.

Go electric. Cut your carbon foot print. Now.

Hollywood Dinos Event is entertaining, story-driven & educational using state of the art technology in animatronics, these life-size dinosaurs are able to move, growl, blink their eyes and yes, even walk and dance!

National Geographic Store and SPCA event present an educational talk on pets and animals.

Straight from the horse’s mouth (no pun intended), let the SPCA share with you the work that they do in protecting the animals on our sunny island.

Abuse, neglect, abandonment, rescue, re-homing – animals are in need of help every single day.

This is also a good chance for you to discover and make an informed decision on why you should not visit attractions where majestic marine animals are displayed.

To wrap things up beautifully, there will be some quizzes where you could win attractive SPCA prizes and an interaction session with a small animal.

Come join us! We look forward to see you at the National Geographic Store, VivoCity this 17 October at 12.30pm!

	HRH THE PRINCE OF WALES LAUNCHES THE PRINCE’S RAINFORESTS PROJECT CAMPAIGN AT THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC STORE. On Tuesday 5th May HRH The Prince of Wales launched The Prince’s Rainforests Project Campaign at National Geographic’s flagship store on London’s Regent Street. The Prince’s Rainforests Project (PRP) was established in October 2007 by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to develop consensus as to how the rate of rainforest destruction might be slowed. Rainforests regulate rainfall, preserve biodiversity and, most importantly, store vast amounts of carbon. Tropical deforestation is a major cause of greenhouse gas emissions and without tackling this problem it may be impossible to avoid catastrophic climate change. The PRP is working with governments, international businesses and non-profit organizations to find a solution.
The National Geographic Society has been inspiring people to care about the planet for over 120 years and the London Store aims to offer visitors a new way to explore the world’s most fascinating and endangered places and cultures. The Regent Street Store features interactive visual displays and design dedicated to stimulating, educating and inspiring visitors to celebrate global cultures. In addition to its retail marketplace, the store features an exhibition area, auditorium, Pinchos café and photography studio, set across three floors and approximately 1,800 square metres (19,375 square feet). The Store is also is a focal point for National Geographic’s activities in the UK, and a place for visitors to come to learn about National Geographic projects through exhibitions from leading photographers, talks by explorers and scientists, and film screenings. The Store also hosts special events and exhibitions in partnership with other organizations, previous partners include Tourism Northern Territories, Umbro and the Italian Tourist Board. National Geographic has a long history of supporting the world's rainforest regions, through their magazines,; television specials ; DVD series; maps; school publishing and online coverage. Renowned National Geographic photographer Mattias Klum exposed the devastating effects of deforestation on the landscape, wildlife and people of the Borneo rainforest in his November 2008 article for National Geographic Magazine. Klum has been photographing the Borneo rainforests for over 20 years, a selection of his photographs are currently on display at the National Geographic Store until 30th May. National Geographic’s net proceeds support the Society’s exploration, conservation, research and education programs. The National Geographic Society is one of the world’s largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. Founded in 1888 to “increase and diffuse geographic knowledge,” the Society works to inspire people to care about the planet. It reaches more than 360 million people worldwide each month through its official journal, National Geographic, and other magazines; National Geographic Channel; television documentaries; music; radio; films; books; DVDs; maps; exhibitions; live events; school publishing programs; interactive media; and merchandise. National Geographic has funded more than 9,000 scientific research, conservation and exploration projects and supports an education program combating geographic illiteracy. For more information, visit nationalgeographic.com.
	Portraits from the wild Main Gallery, June 17 - September 30, 2009 Focal Point, a new series from National Geographic Books, draws on National Geographic's legendary photographic archive of more than 10 million images. “Portraits from the Wild” is an exhibit of photographs selected by the National Geographic Store, which takes an intimate look through the lens at our planet’s beloved creatures—ranging from feathered to scaly, colossal to tiny, striped to slimy, and vicious to cuddly—in a world tour of the “wilder” side of life. Many of the photographs have been previously published in National Geographic magazine, and feature works by prominent National Geographic Society photographers.

	Focal Point Photo Wall, March 10 – June 15, 2009 Focal Point, a new series from National Geographic Books, draws on National Geographic's legendary photographic archive of more than 10 million images. The imagery spans decades of work created on assignment for National Geographic and includes a wealth of material that has never before been published. This companion exhibition features three of the inaugural Focal Point volumes celebrating the individual vision and style of Alexandra Avakian, Sam Abell, and Reza. Focal Point is organized and produced by the National Geographic Museum, Washington, DC.
	REFLECTION: A Youth Photo Competition and Exhibition Main Gallery, May 26 – June 7, 2009 The Theme 'Reflection' provides many potential interpretations. One could directly understand the word in the literal sense of seeing an actual reflection in the water or a mirror. Or, one could interpret it in a metaphorical or figurative sense. The competition and exhibition marks an attempt to introduce photography as part of authentic art and design in schools. It showcases young photographers and their talent and encourages creative interpretation of a given theme. There will be a total of 13 prizes (including top 3) given in each category.
Objectives: • To encourage children and youth to explore the medium of photography in a creative and experimental manner by means of the competition. • To extend the opportunity for them to showcase good pieces of work via the subsequent photo exhibition. • To develop an interest for photography as an art form in young people. • Through the exhibition platform, to create an awareness of themselves, the environment, and of nature. "REFLECTION: A Youth Photo Competition and Exhibition" is organised by The South Zone Centre of Excellence for Design (St. Andrew's Secondary School) in collaboration with National Geographic Store, Singapore.
	Mahesh Nair "... let there be light" Main Gallery, April 03– May 24, 2009 The exhibition “…let there be light” explores the beauty of nature as captured through the lens of Mahesh Nair. Light, unquestionably, is the most critical component for most art forms, including photography. Light is also an essential part of life itself. By using light to dramatize and highlight the beauty of nature, Nair tries to capture the essence of life in a unique way. He hopes that his photographs would, in some way, encourage everyone who sees them to appreciate the beauty of nature and contribute to its conservation.
The companion book “…let there be light” explores further the meaning and importance of light in diverse facets of our life, ranging from the arts to sciences, such as cinematography, painting, dance, philosophy, physics and medicine through the writings of eminent experts. All photographs in the exhibit and the companion book “…let there be light” are available for sale. Mahesh Nair: After two decades in the corporate world, Mahesh Nair made a dramatic switch to pursue his passion for nature and wildlife photography. He is known for capturing more than just pretty pictures, using natural light and a diverse camera techniques to emphasize the beauty of nature in his photographs. Actively involved in nature conservation, Nair's works are frequently showcased by environment organizations such as the WWF.
	Odysseys & Photographs — Masters from the National Geographic Archives Main Gallery, December 12, 2008– April 2, 2009 “Odysseys and Photographs — Masters from the National Geographic Archives,” is a new photography exhibit organized by the National Geographic Museum, featuring the work of legendary photographers Maynard Owen Williams, Luis Marden, Volkmar Wentzel and Thomas Abercrombie. Through the exhibit’s nearly 60 photographs, many of which lay hidden for decades in the National Geographic archives, visitors will be able to travel with Williams to Greenland in the 1920s, see a different side of the Caribbean with Marden, look through Wentzel’s lens as he spent nearly two years traversing India and witness a changing Middle East with Abercrombie.
The spectacular images portray a dazzling array of people and places and bring the world into focus through a unique and fascinating perspective. Capturing a century of global upheaval and human drama, the work of these four renowned photographers not only recorded a remarkable era, but also helped build the National Geographic tradition of photographic excellence. Odysseys and Photographs, Masters from the National Geographic Archives is organized and produced by the National Geographic Museum, Washington, DC.
	“Face to Face with Frogs, Photographs by Mark W. Moffett,” will feature stunning images by this award-winning photographer, ecologist and explorer. Moffett has spent years documenting frogs and other wildlife across the globe. Face to Face with Frogs, Photographs by Mark W. Moffett is organized and produced by the National Geographic Museum, Washington, DC.