2024 Nature's Best Photography International Awards: Enter Now

Jan 26

Are you a passionate nature photographer? Do you have a collection of stunning wildlife and landscape photographs that deserve recognition? Look no further!

The 2024 Nature's Best Photography International Awards is now open for entries. This prestigious competition invites photographers from around the world, regardless of their experience level, to showcase their skills and creativity. So, grab your camera and get ready to submit your best shots for a chance to win cash prizes, publication, and international acclaim.

2023 WINNER (WILDLIFE) Three White Rhinoceros, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Nanyuki, Kenya © Hector D. Astorga of Mission, Texas, USA "These three rhinos were butting heads when one suddenly lifted his head and pushed through the center. — 2023 WINNER (WILDLIFE)
Three White Rhinoceros, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Nanyuki, Kenya © Hector D. Astorga of Mission, Texas, USA
"These three rhinos were butting heads when one suddenly lifted his head and pushed through the center. When they were lined up perfectly, I captured the moment."

What is Nature's Best Photography?

Nature's Best Photography is an organization that aims to discover, celebrate, and display the incredible works of dedicated nature photographers and visual storytellers. Through various initiatives, Nature's Best Photography strives to engage global audiences, enhance artistic expression, promote outdoor education and personal well-being, and inspire public participation in the conservation of the natural world. Their competitions are highly regarded in the photography community and offer a platform for photographers to showcase their talent on an international scale.

2023 HIGHLY HONORED | WILDLIFE African Lion, Ndutu, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania © Gian Luigi Fornari Lanzetti of Rome, Italy — 2023 HIGHLY HONORED | WILDLIFE
African Lion, Ndutu, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania © Gian Luigi Fornari Lanzetti of Rome, Italy

The 2024 International Awards: How to Enter

The 2024 Nature's Best International Photography Awards is now accepting entries until March 15, 2024. This gives photographers from all corners of the globe ample time to carefully select their best images and stories capturing the beauty of wildlife and natural landscapes. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, the competition is open to photographers of all ages and levels of expertise.

ENTRY GUIDELINES

2023 HIGHLY HONORED | ANIMAL ANTICS Polar Bear Wave, Barter Island, Beaufort Sea, Alaska, USA © Jennifer R. Bellon of Brookline, Massachusetts, USA — 2023 HIGHLY HONORED | ANIMAL ANTICS
Polar Bear Wave, Barter Island, Beaufort Sea, Alaska, USA © Jennifer R. Bellon of Brookline, Massachusetts, USA

Cash Prizes and Awards

Who doesn't love the prospect of winning cash prizes and awards for their passion? The Nature's Best Photography International Awards offer an impressive $20,000 USD in cash prizes and various accolades. Here's a breakdown of the awards up for grabs:

1. Grand Prize: $5,000 USD

The Grand Prize winner will receive $5,000 USD, along with an Awards Plaque. The winning image will be published in the prestigious Awards Edition of Nature's Best Photography magazine. Additionally, the image will be featured in online presentations and as part of a portfolio showcase. This is an incredible opportunity to gain recognition and exposure in the photography community.

2. Youth Photographer of the Year: $1,000 USD

Young photographers have a chance to shine in the Youth Photographer of the Year category. Participants aged 18 years or younger as of March 15, 2024, can submit their best single image for a chance to win $1,000 USD. The winner will also receive an Awards Plaque and have their image published in the Awards Edition. Just imagine the pride and sense of accomplishment it would bring to have your work recognized at such a young age.

3. Category Winners: $1,000 USD each

In addition to the top prizes, there will be category winners in various photography genres. Each category winner will receive a cash prize of $1,000 USD, an Awards Plaque, and have their winning image published in the Awards Edition. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills in a specific genre and establish yourself as a leading photographer in that field.

4. Category Highly Honored

Finalists in each category will be awarded the Category Highly Honored distinction. Along with an Awards Certificate and publication in the Awards Edition, their work will be showcased in online presentations. This recognition is a testament to the high quality and artistic merit of their photographs.

How to Enter and Submission Fees

To enter the 2024 Nature's Best International Photography Awards, simply create an account or log in to your existing account on the competition's website. Once you're logged in, you can start submitting your favorite images and stories of wildlife and wild places. Each paid entry allows you to submit up to 25 images, and there is no limit to the number of times you can enter. However, please note that there is an entry fee of $30 USD for adults. Youth participants, aged 18 or under as of March 15, 2024, can enter for free.

Prepare Your Photos for Submission

Before submitting your photographs, it's essential to follow the provided guidelines to ensure your images meet the required specifications. Save copies of your photos as JPEGs, with sizes ranging from 500KB to 5MB, in RGB (SRGB) mode. Each photo should be named using underscores instead of spaces, following the format: FirstnameLastname_Species.jpg. For wildlife images, use the short species name, and for landscape or seascape shots, use a concise location name. If you have multiple images, you can differentiate them as fox1, fox2, fox3, and so on. Remember to prepare a caption and provide camera information for each image if you advance to the next round of judging.

2023 HIGHLY HONORED | WILDLIFE Galápagos Land Iguana, North Seymour Island, Galápagos, Ecuador © Marko Dimitrijevic of Miami, Florida, USA — 2023 HIGHLY HONORED | WILDLIFE
Galápagos Land Iguana, North Seymour Island, Galápagos, Ecuador © Marko Dimitrijevic of Miami, Florida, USA

Conclusion

The 2024 Nature's Best Photography International Awards is the perfect opportunity for nature photographers to showcase their talents and have their work recognized on a global scale. With substantial cash prizes, publication opportunities, and the chance to be featured in online presentations, this competition offers a wealth of benefits for participants. So, start gathering your best shots, follow the submission guidelines, and take the leap to enter the 2024 Nature's Best Photography International Awards. Who knows, you may be the next grand prize winner or youth photographer of the year!