Ocean Photographer of the Year Highlights Wildlife, World OceansNEWS | 04 October 2026There's more to the world's oceans than meets the eye.
Presented by Oceanographic and Blancpain, the annual Ocean Photographer of the Year awards highlight photographs taken both above and below the water's surface, raising awareness of ocean conservation and the scientific research that helps preserve its delicate ecosystems.
The winning photos of the 2026 competition, revealed in September, were chosen from 15,000 submissions across categories including Wildlife, Human Connection, Fine Art, and Adventure. The contest also gave out a Female Fifty Fathoms Award, created to recognize the work of female ocean photographers.
Take a look.Author: Talia Lakritz. Source
