Photo Contest

February 9, 2026

Voting Now Open for the 2025 Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award

The world’s largest wildlife photography competition has revealed the finalists for its 2025 People’s Choice Award. Organized by the Natural History Museum, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition continues to spotlight nature through powerful visual storytelling. This year, 24 images are vying for the public’s vote. Each shortlisted photograph captures a moment that feels both intense and urgent. Together, they reflect the beauty, tension, and vulnerability of life on Earth.

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January 28, 2026

Humpback Whale Duo Swimming Perfectly in Sync Wins 2025 Underwater Photo Contest

The marine world is full of wonder and mystery; one that photographers illuminate through stunning underwater imagery. Enchanting creatures, whirling waters, and the delicate environment are just some of what’s captured as creatives combine documentation with artistry. The Dive Photo Guide (DPG) recognizes those who excel at this photography genre, and the organization has recently announced the winners of the DPG Masters Underwater Imaging Competition 2025.

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December 16, 2025

Dancing Gorilla Wins Top Prize in the 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards

Get ready to giggle. Just like kids, animals do the darnedest things—and some photographers were lucky enough to capture it with their camera. The 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards have announced this year’s finalists and winners, and the lauded images show us just how silly these wild creatures can be. Amateur wildlife photographer Mark Meth-Cohn took home the top prize as the ultimate winner of the competition.

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November 4, 2025

Incredible Finalists of the 2025 Close Up Photographer of the Year Contest

Over 12,500 photographs were entered into the 2025 Close Up Photographer of the Year (CUPOTY) competition, which encourages photographers to take a closer look at the world. After 20 hours of discussion, the photo contest’s 22 judges decided on a spectacular shortlist across 11 categories. From fascinating portraits of insects to new ways to explore the landscape, these images give a unique perspective of our world.

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