A view of the Caledonia building from the Highline in New York City
Window washers at work on a glass skyscraper
Jasmine flowers floating in a bowl
A biography of Mao Tse Tung on a train table
A Japanese maple tree in a garden in Oregon
Close-up of water lily seeds
A thicket of bamboo shoots
A teenage girl poses for a portrait in Nebraska
A person holding colorful produce in California
Asparagus, caviar, and strawberry on a plate
A groom being thrown in the air
A bride and groom kiss
A young boy at the dinner table
A Christmas tree surrounded by presents
A mother and son embracing at home in Iceland
A baby being bathed in the kitchen sink
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High Line, New York CityOnce you begin to look at the world for photographs, everything begins to take on new character and interest. You become differently aware of your surroundings, looking at them with a fresh eye. Your neighbors' gardens, the office buildings you pass every day, even common objects like coins or key chains—all can make compelling images. The Caledonia is one of many apartment buildings newly constructed along Manhattan's High Line. Photo Tip: Compose your building shots with a compelling foreground element to add interest, scale, and depth. Buy Complete Photography »
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Photograph by Diane Cook and Len Jenshel, National Geographic

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