These stunning photography captures offer the viewer a glimpse into some of the most astounding terrains in the world with a hyper-reality feel. While some utilize fancy after-shot effects to help enhance the capture, a number of others simply use a keen eye and a steady hand to help photograph some of the most awe-inspiring moments ever experienced.
The geographic location of the shots is not bound by borders, as each of the photography selections is set in a different time and place from across the globe. Additionally, there are a number that capture heart-wrenching moments like after or during a natural disaster as brave souls cling strongly to their life and loved ones. Stunning photography like this is sure to make your eyes open a little wider and send some chills down your spine.
40 Stunning Photography Captures
From Haunting Hometown Imagery to Search Engine-Sourced Snaps:
Michael Hemsworth — Jan 5, 2013 — Tech

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Abandoned Motel Pool Photography
The No Life Guard on Duty Series Still Exhibits a Seed of Life

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Nostaligic Skater Photography
Skateboarding in New York City by Bill Eppridge Captures the 1960s

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Monochromatic Hobo Captures
The Photographic Portraits by Leff Jeffries are Powerful
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Mystical Mist Photography
Infinity by Mikko Lagerstedt Captures the Mysteriousness of the Earth
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Smeared Aerial Photography
Matt Molloy’s Sky Photography Shows Beauty Through Haziness
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Above-Building Photography
Aurelie Curie's Snapshots Are Taken on Top of Buildings
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Monstrous Storm Photography
'The Big Cloud: The Lovely Monster' Photo Series is Breathtaking
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Blackout Storm Photography
Iwan Baan Captures New York After the Storm in This Stiking Series
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Unattainable Landscape Photography
The Photo Series by Eylul Eyloo is Emotive
30
Incredible Daybreak Photography
The National Geographic Team Captures the Stunning Norway Aurora
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Polychromatic Paradise Photography
Adam Dobrovits Captures Colorful Pictures of Amazing Landscapes
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Haunting Iridescent Captures
Mikko Lagerstedt Takes His Nature Photography to the Next Dimension
27
Aerial Seaside Photography
Photograper Gray Malin Goes Above and Beyond for His Work
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Fantastical Fog Photography
Boguslaw Strempel Captures Magical Misty Landscapes
25
Mirrored Landscape Photography
The Edge Effect by Daniel Kukla Captures the Duality of the Desert
24
Staggared Movement Photography
Multiple Exposure Photography Methods Bring Pictures to Life
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Detailed Decaying Photography
Matthias Haker's Images Feature Decrepit Spaces
22
Scenic Landscape Captures
Craig Easton Shoots Awesome Environmental Shots
21
Effervescent Cityscape Photography
Chris Eayres’s ‘BY-PASS_NY’ Heartbeat Art Giv
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Tranquil Forest Captures
Joy St. Claire Shoots Serene Outdoor Shots
19
Disappearing People Pictures
The Blended Landscape Portraits by Wilma Hurskainen Play with the Eye
18
Haunting Horizon Photography
This Zoltan Bekefy Series is Ephemeral and Minimalist
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Foreboding Forest Photography
The Forests of Romania Shot by PhotoCosma is Eerily Alluring
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Forgotten Americana Photography
Paul Vayanos Captures Landmarks with Cultural Heritage
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Otherworldly Landscape Photography
John Colbensen's Work is Inspired by Music
14
Buried Watchtower Photography
The Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse Photos are Obscured by Sand Heaps
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Paradigm-Shifting Marine Organizations
Blue Ventures is Funded by Non-Profit Distributing Projects
12
Rainbow-Hued Halo Photography
DeviantART's Daslasher1 Captures a Circumhorizontal Arc
11
Unnaturally Starry Cityscapes
Thierry Cohen Darkened Cities Collection Eliminates Light Pollution
10
Electrifying Nature Photography
The Light Trail Photographs by Joel James Devlin Use Long Exposure
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Haunting Hometown Imagery
The Mike Bayne 'Homegrown' Series Exhibits Domestic Art
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Comforting Streetlight Captures
Maxence Cardon Photography is Illuminating and Simple
7
Submerged Storm Pictures
The Stephen Wilkes Photography Captures New Jersey Underwater
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Transcendant Light Photography
The James Tapscott Photos Shed Light in the Midst of Darkness
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Decomposing Interior Captures
The Photography of Andrew Moore Showcases the Beauty of Decay
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Hidden Face Flash Photography
Anonymity by Poklong Anading Disguises Identity
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Search Engine-Sourced Photography
Doug Rickard Photos Use Street View to Explore America
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Epic Fireworks Photography
Gurbir Grewal Appears to Capture a Magician at Work
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Floating Nuptial Ceremonies
100 Day Wedding Chinese Lantern Post is Airborne
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