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Spanish photographer, José Luis Rodríguez, impressed judges with his image, The Storybook Wolf, and was awarded the prestigious title of 2009 Wildlife Photographer of the Year from a record 43,135 entries from 94 countries.

The best of these will be showcased in a visually stunning exhibition of 95 images on show at the Australian Museum from 24 December to 26 April 2010.

My Photo Studio

In an exciting new twist to this year’s exhibition, the cost of entry also includes access to the family-friendly ‘My Photo Studio’ where you can get focused and get a new perspective down the lens of your own camera.

Visitors of all ages are encouraged to bring their camera for the chance to zoom in on some unique museum specimens while getting the chance to:

• Photograph live spiders, snails and insects
• Get up close with micro and macro shots
• Practise your still-life photography
• Learn tips and tricks from inhouse experts

So once you have perfected your new skills, budding nature photographers are encouraged to enter next year’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. Entries open in January 2010 (until March 2010). For details, visit www.nhm.ac.uk/wildphoto.

So don’t forget to bring your own camera for this special opportunity!