The Nature Photographer of the Year 2024 contest invites all nature photography enthusiasts, both professional and non-professional, to showcase their talent and passion for capturing the beauty of our planet. The world is brimming with natural wonders, and there’s no better way to celebrate this than through the lens of a camera.
Now in its ninth year, the contest, powered by the Nature Talks Photo Festival in the Netherlands, has become a global platform for photographers of all ages. It’s not just about winning; it’s about sharing the most amazing images of nature, fostering love for our environment, and contributing to its protection.
The contest is open to residents of every country, with categories catering to different interests. From birds and mammals to landscapes and underwater scenes, there’s a category for every nature lover. There’s even a special category for young photographers between 10-17 years, encouraging the younger generation to develop an appreciation for nature.
The contest offers an opportunity to win a total prize of €25,000, with many large cash prizes. The overall winner will receive €3,000, and category winners will receive €500. But the rewards go beyond monetary gain. By entering the contest, participants also support nature conservation efforts through the Nature Talks Foundation.
Participants can submit their best pictures from this year, last year, or even years back. The contest values respect for the subject and the environment. Images of pets, captive animals, and cultivated plants are not permitted. The focus is on unrestricted nature, showing the world as it truly is.
The contest is open until June 2nd, 2024. Participants can take advantage of the early bird discount until May 19th. After this date, the entry fee will increase by 10%. To enter, participants need to register, pay the entry fee, and then they can upload their photos.
The Nature Photographer of the Year contest is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of the beauty of nature and a call to protect it. So, grab your camera, step into the great outdoors, and let your creativity shine. Who knows? You might just become the Nature Photographer of the Year 2024!
The Nature Photographer Of The Year 2024 prizes
The Nature Photographer of the Year 2024 offers not only a total prize money of 25,000 euros, but also the opportunity to gain worldwide recognition, contribute to nature conservation and share the beauty of the natural world through the lens of a camera.
- Overall winner – € 3.000
- Category winner – € 500
In addition, winners gain global recognition. Their photographs are exhibited at the Nature Talks Photography Festival in the Netherlands and are also published in the competition’s yearbook. This provides a platform for photographers to showcase their work to a global audience, which can open up new opportunities and recognition in the field of nature photography.
The categories of the Nature Photographer Of The Year 2024
The Nature Photography of the Year Contest 2024 consists of 12 categories for individual images (adults), a category for young photographers and the Fred Hazelhoff Award for a photographic portfolio.
Group-Role “Standard”
- Birds
- Mammals
- Other animals
- Plants and Fungi
- Landscapes
- Underwater
- Natural Art
- Humans and Nature
- Black & White
- Animal portraits
- Nature of “De Lage Landen”
Group-Role “Young”
- Youth 10-17 years
Group-Role “Portfolio”
- Fred Hazelhoff Award (portfolio)
Submission deadlines and entry fees
Information about the deadlines and entry fees for the Nature Photographer of the Year 2024:
Entry Fees:
- Group-Role “Standard”: 34,00 euros
- Group-Role “Young”: Free
- Group-Role “Portfolio”: 17,50 euros
Winners announcement: November 9th, 2024
For more information and to enter the competition, visit: naturephotographeroftheyear.com
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