Photo Contest

April 1, 2026

This Icelandair Contest Will Reward the “Worst Photographer” With a Free Trip to Iceland and $50K

Do your photos always come out blurry? Or are you not quite sure what the rule of thirds actually means, or how shutter speed and ISO work? You might think that makes you a terrible photographer, but, in this case, that might actually pay off. Icelandair is inviting self-proclaimed “bad photographers” to take part in a competition designed to prove that, in Iceland, even the most amateur photographers can capture something beautiful.

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March 12, 2026

Adorable Elephant Seals Snatch Gold in 2026 Underwater Photographer of the Year Contest

There’s something magical about underwater photography, allowing us to peer beneath the waves and discover an entirely new world. This ethos undoubtedly propels the Underwater Photographer of the Year competition (UPY), which has celebrated the medium’s artistry and those that champion it since 1965. For UPY2026, creativity and cuteness united in the contest’s winning entry, proving just how diverse underwater photography can be.

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February 26, 2026

Photo of a Rare White Humpback Whale and Mother Wins World Nature Photography Awards

The World Nature Photography Awards (WNPA) believes in the little things. Founded on the idea that small, positive actions can make a big difference, the organization sees photography as a powerful way to influence the actions we take and perspectives we have when it comes to the conservation of the planet. Its photo contest highlights the best in nature photography, and WNPA just announced its 2026 winners.

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