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August 4, 2026

Glowing Fishing Net Caught in a Mangrove Tree Wins the 2026 Mangrove Photography Awards

A glowing net, seemingly erupting from the branches of a mangrove, has an otherworldly feel. It’s as if the mesh is some alien being, intent on ensnaring the tree before moving to its next victim. The net, of course, is not some extraterrestrial, but its eerie presence is the result of human action.

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July 27, 2026

Free-To-Enter Wellcome Photography Contest Offers $70,000 in Prizes

As the Wellcome Photography Prize celebrates its 30th year, it continues its mission of highlighting photography and scientific imagery that...

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July 24, 2026

2026 Siena International Photo Awards Festival Announces Amazing Nominees

The Siena International Photo Awards Festival is three competitions wrapped up in one event, celebrating the breadth and creativity inherent...

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July 20, 2026

29 Spectacular Finalists of the 2026 Astronomy Photographer of the Year Contest

The ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition has just announced its finalists, and the shortlisted images are truly breathtaking. For the 2026 edition of the contest, almost 4,000 photographs were submitted by both professional and amateur creatives from 66 countries around the world. Now, an expert panel of judges from the art and astronomy worlds have narrowed the search for a winner to 29 works across different categories.

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July 13, 2026

Amazing Winners of the 2026 International Aerial Photographer of the Year Competition

The International Aerial Photographer of the Year competition has announced the winners of its second edition, after receiving 1,587 entries...

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July 9, 2026

Meet the 7 Winners of the Prestigious 2026 Hasselblad Masters Photo Competition

The prestigious Hasselblad Masters has just announced its winners for its 2026 competition.

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July 1, 2026

20 Shortlisted Entries in the 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Contest

The 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year (AGNPOTY) competition has unveiled its shortlist of 100 incredible images highlighting wildlife and landscapes. Now in its 23rd year, the prestigious contest is hosted by the South Australian Museum, which also showcases the 100 entries in a special exhibition.

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June 22, 2026

Beaker Street Science Photography Prize Finalists Highlight Rare Fish, Bioluminescent Algae, and More

Photography illuminates the world, especially when it comes to science.

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June 16, 2026

13 Awe-Inspiring Winners From the 2026 UN World Oceans Day Photo Competition

Every year, photographers from around the world capture extraordinary moments that reveal the beauty, diversity, and importance of our oceans.

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June 11, 2026

The 2026 Weather Photographer of the Year Competition Is Now Open for Submissions

The Weather Photographer of the Year is now accepting entries for its 2026 competition. Hosted by the Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS), it honors images that showcase the power, beauty, and ultimately the impact of weather. Last year’s winning photographs, for instance, were a mixture of rare sights—like circular rainbows—and images illustrating the influence of climate change on storms and sunshine across the globe. You can’t talk about the weather without mentioning climate change.

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