The National Wildlife Federation’s 55th Annual Photo Contest opens for submissions on January 14, 2026, offering nature photographers a chance to showcase their work while supporting wildlife conservation. With a $5,000 grand prize and entries accepted through March 22, this prestigious competition continues its legacy as one of the most respected platforms in nature and […]
Nature Photography
World Press Photo Contest 2026 Opens for Entries
The World Press Photo Contest 2026 is now officially open, inviting professional photographers from around the world to submit their most compelling images. With entries accepted until January 17, 2026, this prestigious competition continues its mission to spotlight documentary, nature, and photojournalistic work. For photographers like Chris Cappelman, the contest serves as a reminder of […]
Rediscovered Ansel Adams Photos from Stanford Uncover a Hidden Side of His Art
A forgotten series of photographs by Ansel Adams—taken at Stanford in 1961—has resurfaced, offering a fresh perspective on one of America’s most iconic photographers. The rediscovered images capture a side of Adams rarely seen: campus architecture, student life, and quiet human moments instead of sweeping wilderness landscapes. According to SFGATE, Adams was hired by Stanford […]
“Wild Life” Photography Exhibition Opens October 4
The Brigham City Museum of Art & History in Utah is inviting photographers to explore the world’s untamed side with its upcoming “Wild Life” 2025 Photography Competition & Exhibition, running October 4 through December 6, 2025. Open to professionals, students, and hobbyists alike, the competition challenges artists to interpret “wild life” in all its forms—from […]
Brian Skerry Captures Maine’s First Underwater Great White Shark Photo
On July 8, 2025, National Geographic photographer Brian Skerry made history off the coast of Harpswell, Maine. He captured what is believed to be the first-ever underwater photograph of a great white shark in Maine waters—a milestone moment for marine photographers everywhere. The shark, a juvenile female around ten feet long, swam within just four […]