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This sense of excitement and anticipation was the reason I had travelled half way round the world to attend the 2015 National Geographic Photography Seminar. It did not disappoint.<\/p>\nAs 9 a.m. approached, the crowd started to rustle. There was a sense of anticipation and excitement amongst the gathered as the doors to the auditorium began to creak open.<\/p>\n
Having queued up since an hour earlier, the keenest of the attendees were intent on being the first through the doors to claim their front row seat at one of the most anticipated photographic events of the year.<\/p>\n
As the doors finally swung open, the crowd moved forward, eager to enter.<\/p>\n
Passing the entrance, a wall of colourful light snatched their attention. The distinctive yellow aura that emanated from their left suddenly distracted them. <\/p>\n
On the wall was a mesmeric sight that no photography enthusiast could pass up the opportunity to gaze at. A back lit collection of an entire wall covered in National Geographic front covers. <\/p>\n
As the crowd swelled, attendees were unsure whether to stare and gaze and the photographic history layered on the wall before them, or continue their intended rush to the auditorium to claim their prized seat.<\/p>\n
This sense of excitement and anticipation was the reason I had travelled half way round the world to attend the 2015 National Geographic Photography Seminar. It did not disappoint.<\/p>\n
Established originally as a gathering for National Geographic photographers to meet and share work at the beginning of each year, the annual seminar has become a place for those connected to the Nat Geo family to gather together, share work, ideas and inspiration at the beginning of the year. <\/p>\n