Ocean photography is one of the most stunning forms of the photography world. It is nearly impossible to gaze upon these photos without thinking about the determination, hard work, and sometimes dangerous journeys behind these otherworldly images. Oceanographic’s Ocean Photography Awards of 2021 celebrate the most captivating images shot by those brave enough to dive into an alien landscape and give us a closer look at what life is like below the surface.
1st place - The Ocean Photographer of the Year 2021
Photographer: AIMEE JAN,
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
2nd place - The Ocean Photographer of the Year 2021
Photographer: HENLEY SPIERS,
SCOTLAND
3rd place The Ocean Photographer of the Year 2021
Photographer: MATTY SMITH,
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
1st place Adventure Photographer of the Year 2021
Photographer: BEN THOUARD,
FRENCH POLYNESIA
1st place Conservation Photographer of the Year 2021
Photographer: KERIM SABUNCUOGLU,
TURKEY
1st place Exploration Photographer of the Year 2021
Photographer: MARTIN BROEN,
MEXICO
1st place Collective Portfolio Award 2021
Photographer: STEFAN CHRISTMANN,
ANTARCTICA
1st place Young Photographer of the Year 2021
Photographer: HANNAH LE LEU,
AUSTRALIA
1st place Community Choice Award 2021
Photographer: PHIL DE GLANVILLE,
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
1st place Female Fifty Fathoms Award 2021
Photographer: RENEE CAPOZZOLA,
FRENCH POLYNESIA