Photographing wildlife is a major deal – both in terms of the technical side of the art – a picture tells 1000 words – and a great way of raising awareness of conservation issues.
Major competitions
Bird photographer of the year – “ Bird Photographer of the Year is the leading bird photography competition. We celebrate the world’s best bird photography, whilst supporting conservation efforts through imagery and financial support. “ Deadlines – September, December, following autumn. Bird photo website
Comedy Wildlife Awards – comedy website
“ While living in East Africa and working as a wildlife photographer, founder Paul Joynson-Hicks MBE was looking through his photographs when he came across several that made him laugh out loud: an eagle looking at me through its back legs and a warthog’s bottom. He realised that the humour of these photographs was both entertaining and a means to engage people with the threats facing these same animals. A funny animal photo is incredibly effective because there are no barriers to understanding, or taboos that must be negotiated. It taps into the impulse for anthropomorphism (big word!) which is well-documented as one of the most powerful triggers for human empathy. To really understand animals and the issues that affect them, you need to empathise with them as fellow inhabitants of the same planet. “
Nature Photo “ Nature TTL is the world’s leading online nature photography resource. Thousands of photographers enjoy our free, in-depth tutorials each day! Head over to our main website to learn and develop your skills! “
Wildlife photographer of the year – WPY website
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the Natural History Museum’s annual competition and exhibition highlighting the unique and beautiful relationship between photography, science and art. What began in 1965 as a magazine competition with just 361 entries has blossomed into one of the world’s most prestigious photography awards, with over 45,000 entries each year and a touring exhibition seen by millions around the globe.
Photography portals
Photo Ark – Joel Satore is the founder of the Photo Ark, a groundbreaking effort to document species before they disappear—and to get people to care while there’s still time.
When 3000 photographers get together create amazing images to raise awareness for conservation, you get this…
The Society of International Nature and Wildlife Photographers is a professional photographic organization formed in October 2008. Society website
