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2009 WORLD IN FOCUS PHOTO CONTEST attracted more than 4,100 entrants who submitted over 12,000 photos. See the 10 prize winners, including the grand-prize (above). Also, view past winners, download wallpaper of the entries, and sign up for contest updates.
2009 Winners
VIEW WINNING PHOTOS OF 2009
A master calligrapher, a Vancouver winter scene, and Iceland's very blue Blue Lagoon.
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