Jeff Campagna

Photo Editor at Smithsonian Magazine

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Go Chasing Waterfalls With These 15 Awe-Inspiring Images

Oct 25, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Travel | See photographs of the beautiful natural wonders from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Few things add beauty to a landscape as effectively as high, cascading waterfalls. Lakes and rivers around the globe help create these stunning wonders that are sometimes just there to adore from afar. However, at some locations, hiking, swimming or sailing close enough to feel their refreshing, cooling spray is allowed.
See 24 Beautiful Photos of Fall Foliage in Its Most Vibrant Colors

Oct 4, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Arts & Culture | These highlights from the Smithsonian Photo Contest celebrate the autumn Autumn is often ranked as Americans’ favorite season, and, for many, the beautiful foliage of fall is a reason why. Yes, the sweater weather, the pumpkin-spice recipes and the anticipation of upcoming holidays add to its allure, but few things say “fall” like leaves of yellow, orange and red topping trees and littering lawns.
See 15 Amazing Photos of Beautiful Birds

Sep 12, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Science | These Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest images celebrate our feathered friends Birds can be found on every continent—some living near water, others atop mountain ranges, and many nesting in forests and jungles. These often aerial animals, believed to be the modern-day cousins of prehistoric dinosaurs, continue to stand the test of time. Species of birds have inhabited the Earth for more than 150 million years. What makes birds so special? See for yourself.
15 Playful and Powerful Photos to Celebrate World Elephant Day

Aug 11, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Science | Never forget your favorite pachyderm with these memorable images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest August 12 is World Elephant Day, which has been celebrated since 2012 as a time to support elephant conservation and raise awareness about their plight. Some of the world’s most recognizable animals, with their distinct ears, protruding tusks and large trunks, wild elephants are most often found in the savannas and deserts of Africa and Asia.
These 15 Groovy Photos Capture the Joy of Music

Jul 19, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Arts & Culture | Musical instruments have existed for eons, and humans continue to create and enjoy them What would life be like without music? Luckily, we don’t have to find out. For eons, humans have found ways to use tools, objects in nature and even their own bodies to create music.
Get Your Motor Running With These Cool Cars

Jun 7, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Travel | See 15 awesome automobiles from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest According to the lobbying group Alliance for Automotive Innovation, the automobile industry contributes an estimated $1 trillion to the nation’s economy, with more than 250 million vehicles registered across the country. And the United States isn’t even the leader when it comes to car manufacturing—that’s China, which built a record 30 million cars in 2023. The love of cars spans oceans.
Get a Taste of South Africa Through These 15 Photos of Stunning Wildlife and Vibrant Communities

May 17, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Travel | From desert landscapes to glittering beaches, see what this country has to offer With nearly 20 national parks across the country, South Africa has more than enough beautiful landscapes and wild fauna to attract naturalists, conservationists and animal lovers. Safari tours are common, and travelers are able to see everything from antelopes to zebras.
Marvel at These Bold, Beautiful Bridges

Apr 26, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Travel | See 15 superbly suspended structures from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Bridges have been helping connect us for centuries. Whether they’re natural phenomena or enduring feats of architecture, our lives wouldn’t be the same without them. As the recent collapse of Baltimore’s majestic Francis Scott Key Bridge reminded us, these iconic spans are not just beautiful to look at, they represent the lifeblood of our communities and economies.
Take a Trip to Thailand With These Smithsonian Photo Contest Images

Apr 5, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Arts & Culture | See what makes this country so captivating, from picturesque rice paddies to striking cityscapes With beautifully ornate, centuries-old buildings as lovely as its serene shores and national parks, Thailand offers more Instagram-worthy photo opportunities than an old roll of film could ever handle. From royal palaces to ancient ruins, it would be nearly impossible to see this Southeast Asian country in one trip.
See Incredible Insects Up Close With These Creepy-Crawly Photos

Mar 8, 2024 | smithsonianmag.com | Jeff Campagna

Science | Bug out with 15 shots of insects and arachnids of all shapes and sizes from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest They fly and crawl around us constantly, but we rarely take the time to get a thorough, up-close look at insects. They’re generally unwelcomed, especially in homes and at picnics. They strike fear of arachnophobic proportions in many, but they’re really just living their lives, building complex societies (hello, bees) or trying to catch dinner in their webs.