Nikon and National Geographic Team Up for Photo Contest

Have you ever wanted to shoot side-by-side with a world renowned National Geographic photographer? You just might get your chance. Nikon just launched a new contest giving photographers the chance to win a photo excursion with National Geographic photographer, Annie Griffiths. Dubbed the "Nikon Aspire" Sweepstakes, in addition to the photo excursion, the winner will also receive a Nikon D7000 digital SLR camera and a private tutorial from a Nikon product specialist.

You can enter one time per day at www.nationalgeographic.com/nikonaspire from December 15, 2010 - January 26, 2011. The winner of the "Nikon Aspire" Sweepstakes will be announced in February, 2011. National Geographic photographer Annie Griffiths will then host the winner in an exclusive photo excursion during the spring of 2011.

"We are excited to launch this new sweepstakes as another vehicle for engaging with photography enthusiasts that have a passion for capturing the world around them with great photography and videos," said Lisa Baxt, Senior Communications Manager for Nikon Inc. "Working with National Geographic, a brand with a rich history as a trusted source of content, stunning imagery, and education, we hope to continue to encourage aspiring photographers to go out, capture and share their memorable moments every day."