Photo of the Month -- August 2011

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August 2011 PHOTO OF THE MONTH by Brent Stirton, from the September 2011 story "Lost Lords of the Sahara." Tuareg, Algeria Evening winds stir the robes of a Tuareg striding across Algeria's Tassili-n-Ajjer. Download images like this and hundreds of other wallpapers. Photo of the Day See a new picture every day and download free wallpaper.   Forever Wild Photographer Michael Melford takes you on a visual tour of the Adirondack Park.   Machisma Photographer John Stanmeyer illustrates the trends that have led to female empowerment in Brazil.   Photo Journal Murray Fredericks creates a series of photographs out of the infinite space of the salt flats of Australia's Lake Eyre.   Orphans No More Photographer Michael "Nick" Nichols captures the strong emotional bond forged between man and beast.   Breaking the Rules Learn how to break some common rules of photography to achieve surprising results.   Using Flash Discover principles and techniques for using flash to enhance the scene without overpowering the shot.   Landscapes Get tips for taking the best landscape shots, wherever you may be. Capturing the Moment Learn what it takes to capture the perfect moment, from our Simply Beautiful series. NGM Features > Weekly Wrapper > National Parks > Life in Color > Adventure > Pics We Love > Auroras > Best of July > Visions of Earth > Italy >   Traveler Contest Winners Browse the gallery of winning images from this year's competition, then check out all of the entries, download wallpaper, and play puzzles.   Best Fall Trips 2011 National Geographic Traveler editors pick the best trips to take advantage of smaller crowds, cooler temperatures, and autumn colors. Hurricanes See photos of the high winds, torrential rains, and storm surges produced by hurricanes, and the damage caused when these powerful forces combine. If you received this email from a friend and would like to subscribe to this or other National Geographic emails, click here. Unsubscribe | Change Email Address | Update Email Preferences | Privacy Policy | Mission Statement Click the unsubscribe link above to be removed from our email program, or send your request to… National Geographic; Attn: E-newsletter Program; 1145 17th Street NW; Washington, DC 20036. Copyright © 2010 National Geographic Society. All Rights Reserved. To ensure you receive your National Geographic emails, please add ngs@newsletters.nationalgeographic.com to your address book now.