Volcanoes of Mexico. some
of the more than 500 images from the (Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP) CD-ROM "Volcanoes
of México", taken by Smithsonian and other scientists, in one
of the world's most fascinating volcanic regions.
Earthquakes and Eruptions A sample of photographs contained on a new CD from the Smithsonian's National Museum of
Natural History which contains four interactive programs based on
global-scale datasets for earthquakes and volcanic eruptions since 1960. This dynamic $19.95 CD has been designed
for home, classroom, or museum use and is currently featured at the Smithsonian Institution in the National
Museum of Natural History's Geology, Gems, and Minerals Exhibit.
How to Shoot Fireworks. Smithsonian photographers offer tips on photographing a July
4th spectacular.
Volcanoes of Indonesia - Samples from some of the more than 400 images from the CD-ROM
"Volcanoes of Indonesia", taken by Smithsonian Scientists and others in one of the world's
most active volcanic regions.
Underwater photography from Belize, Panama and the Florida Keys, by photographers at
the National Museum of Natural History.
Camera Over Washington. Aerial photographs of Washington's Mall from the U.S. Capitol
to the Potomac River.
From A Different View - A dramatic series of photographs by Smithsonian photographers
taken from "another perspective".
Deadly Pacific Sea Snakes. Taken by Smithsonian Photographer Carl Hansen at the Smithsonian
Tropical Research Institute in Panama. Another addition to the
continuing series "From A Different View".
Cherry Blossoms, a sure sign of Spring in Washington. Each spring the cherry
trees blooming around the Tidal Basin draw thousands of tourists
and local residents alike. Here some of the world's most famous
blossoms are captured by Smithsonian photographers Jeff Tinsley
and Eric Long.
Documentary photographs from Recent Presidential Inaugurals as
well as inaugural celebrations in Smithsonian buildings going
back to 1881. From the staff of the Smithsonian's Office of Imaging,
Printing and Photographic Services as part of their continuing
documentation of historic events.
Publication Illustrations by Smithsonian Photographers. A continuing series, featuring selections of photographs by the
staff of the Office of Printing and Photographic Services used
to illustrate various books, magazines and articles.
Magic Lanterns Magic Mirrors - A Centennial Salute to Cinema. From an exhibition produced by the Photographic History Collection
at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, with
photographs by the staff of the Office of Imaging, Printing and Photographic
Services.
Personal Legacy: The Healing of a Nation - An exhibition at the National Museum of American History of
objects left at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial with photographs
by Smithsonian staff photographers.
Offerings at The Wall - Objects left at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Reprinted from the May 1995 Smithsonian Magazine. Photographs
by Rick Vargas.
Kayapo Indian Headdresses. A photographic assignment serves as the catalyst in the Smithsonian's
acquisition of a collection of Brazilian Indian feather
headdresses.
Smithsonian Photographer Laurie Minor-Penland's personal account
of her trip to photograph Green Sea Turtles nesting on the beach and the nearby tropical jungle at Tortugeuro, Costa
Rica.
Washington's Seldom Seen Memorials. There are many well-known memorials in Washington which are symbols
of the Nation's Capitol. But there are also others, usually smaller,
lesser known and seldom seen in official guide books. A selection
of these special memorials is presented here photographed by Smithsonian
Associates participating in a Smithsonian Expedition Research
Program led by Smithsonian Photographer Jeff Tinsley.