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John Stanmeyer is an award-winning photographer, filmmaker, and educator, dedicated to social, humanitarian, and political issues that define our times. For more than 15 years, John has worked nearly exclusively with National Geographic magazine, producing over 18 stories, resulting in more than 14 covers. Between 1998 and 2008, John was a contract photographer for Time magazine. His years with Time resulted in 18 covers and more than 100 stories. In 2001, Stanmeyer co-founded with six of the world’s leading photojournalists, the prestigious VII photo agency. Today VII represents more than 30 photographers around the globe. Stanmeyer is an Emeritus member of VII. He is also represented by NatGeo Creative and is a member of Ripple Effects Images, a collective of artists and storytellers working on issues related to women, empowerment, and equality. He is the recipient of numerous honors, including the prestigious Robert Capa Award, POYi Magazine Photographer of the Year, and the World Press Photo of the Year. John lives in Great Barrington with his dog, Elfriede (Frida), in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts.