A collection of covershots from many great photographers and adventurers that graced the homepage in 2008. Images from Photopost, Hot Flashes, Photo Galleries, Events, Extended Features ... I would like to thank all of our dedicated contributors and uploaders for making Climbing.com what it is today. —Luke Laeser — Climbing.com Online Editor
Marten Blumen Photography Marten Blumen won the Grand Prize at the 2008 Banff Mountain Photography Competition for his Rim Lit Climber shot taken at Ceüse, France. He is known for his capacity and devotion to produce quality images in tough conditions. Combining a world class digital skill-set, an artists eye for light and an inquisitive mind, he regularly produces unique outcomes. Blumen regularly seeks new images away from his studio in Auckland, New Zealand where he also teaches outdoor and post-processing workshops. For more info visit: martyblumen.com