Photo Of The Year
Landscapes
Landscapes - whether rural or urban - are ever-changing canvases that can look vastly different depending on the time of day, the weather, and the seasons. Both closer to home (such as the Peak District) and further afield (such as Pakistan) our finalists have captured these 10 spectacular, fleeting moments in time.
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Twenty-Five Seconds In Time... - Knypersley reservoir, Staffordshire by Clint Walker, Retired Firefighter. I wanted to freeze the moment, but capture the movement. The juxtaposition of tumbling water and whirling leaves caught my eye on a coolly lit autumn morning. Sony Alpha 7 IV, FE 24-240mm @ 40mm, 25 sec @ f/4.5, ISO 100
Twenty-Five Seconds In Time... - Knypersley reservoir, Staffordshire by Clint Walker, Retired Firefighter. I wanted to freeze the moment, but capture the movement. The juxtaposition of tumbling water and whirling leaves caught my eye on a coolly lit autumn morning. Sony Alpha 7 IV, FE 24-240mm @ 40mm, 25 sec @ f/4.5, ISO 100
The Gates Of Hell - Masaya, Nicaragua by Roberto Destarac, Geological Engineer. It was the name given to the active Masaya Volcano Crater in Nicaragua by the early Spaniards as local natives made human sacrifices by throwing people into the flowing lava. Sony A7II, Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS @ 16mm, 1/3 sec @ f/4, ISO 400
The Gates Of Hell - Masaya, Nicaragua by Roberto Destarac, Geological Engineer. It was the name given to the active Masaya Volcano Crater in Nicaragua by the early Spaniards as local natives made human sacrifices by throwing people into the flowing lava. Sony A7II, Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS @ 16mm, 1/3 sec @ f/4, ISO 400
Sunrise Masai Mara - Masai Mara National Park, Kenya by Bill Klipp, Retired. When we visit the Masai Mara I make a point out of getting out early for sunrise near the Mara River. It’s a magical spot especially if you can find a good foreground for sunrise. Nikon D5, Sigma 150-600mm @ 270mm, 1/1600 sec @ f/5.6, ISO 400
Sunrise Masai Mara - Masai Mara National Park, Kenya by Bill Klipp, Retired. When we visit the Masai Mara I make a point out of getting out early for sunrise near the Mara River. It’s a magical spot especially if you can find a good foreground for sunrise. Nikon D5, Sigma 150-600mm @ 270mm, 1/1600 sec @ f/5.6, ISO 400
Sunrise At Monument Valley - Arizona, USA by Brett Heppolette Retired. West and East Mittens and Merrick Butte at sunrise. Sandstone towers rising up to 1000ft above the desert, carved from the Colorado Plateau by erosion. Samsung Galaxy, SM-A300FU 3.3mm @ f/2.4
Sunrise At Monument Valley - Arizona, USA by Brett Heppolette Retired. West and East Mittens and Merrick Butte at sunrise. Sandstone towers rising up to 1000ft above the desert, carved from the Colorado Plateau by erosion. Samsung Galaxy, SM-A300FU 3.3mm @ f/2.4
Sahara - Erg Chigaga, Morocco by Heather McNeice, Solicitor. Standing on a dune at Erg Chigaga in the Moroccan Sahara, I spotted two tiny figures in the distance that put into perspective the vastness of this empty landscape. Nikon D3400, Lens Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55 mm, @ 55mm, 1/250 sec, f/5, ISO 2000
Sahara - Erg Chigaga, Morocco by Heather McNeice, Solicitor. Standing on a dune at Erg Chigaga in the Moroccan Sahara, I spotted two tiny figures in the distance that put into perspective the vastness of this empty landscape. Nikon D3400, Lens Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55 mm, @ 55mm, 1/250 sec, f/5, ISO 2000
Naqsh-e Jahan Square Reflections - Isfahan, Iran by Kevin Lloyd, Web Designer. Naqsh-e Jahan Square is a bustling plaza surrounded by beautiful historic buildings. It truly comes alive in the evening as the people of Isfahan gather to socialise by the fountains. Fuji X-T2, Fujinon XF18-55mm f2.8-4 R LM OIS @ 18mm, 6.0 sec @ f/11, ISO 200
Naqsh-e Jahan Square Reflections - Isfahan, Iran by Kevin Lloyd, Web Designer. Naqsh-e Jahan Square is a bustling plaza surrounded by beautiful historic buildings. It truly comes alive in the evening as the people of Isfahan gather to socialise by the fountains. Fuji X-T2, Fujinon XF18-55mm f2.8-4 R LM OIS @ 18mm, 6.0 sec @ f/11, ISO 200
Lone Tree In Hayden Valley - Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA by Tina Bulley, Retired. Hayden Valley is a vast undulating grassland in West Yellowstone National Park. It was the simplicity and tranquillity of the lone tree in the snowy landscape which attracted my attention. Canon 5D Mark II, Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 @ 70mm, 1/800 sec @ f/14, ISO 500, AV with tripod
Lone Tree In Hayden Valley - Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA by Tina Bulley, Retired. Hayden Valley is a vast undulating grassland in West Yellowstone National Park. It was the simplicity and tranquillity of the lone tree in the snowy landscape which attracted my attention. Canon 5D Mark II, Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 @ 70mm, 1/800 sec @ f/14, ISO 500, AV with tripod
Golden Vestrahorn - Stokksnes Peninsula, Iceland by Miguel De Freitas, Accountant. One of the most photographed mountains in Iceland and for me, the surrounding landscape is as captivating as the mountain itself; the contrast of the golden grass against the black sand with the snow-capped mountain in the background is a striking image. Canon EOS 6D, Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f/2.8 @ 16mm, 1/8sec @ f/11, ISO100, tripod with ND filter
Golden Vestrahorn - Stokksnes Peninsula, Iceland by Miguel De Freitas, Accountant. One of the most photographed mountains in Iceland and for me, the surrounding landscape is as captivating as the mountain itself; the contrast of the golden grass against the black sand with the snow-capped mountain in the background is a striking image. Canon EOS 6D, Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f/2.8 @ 16mm, 1/8sec @ f/11, ISO100, tripod with ND filter
Glacial River Bend - Baltoro Glacier, Pakistan by George Robertson, Retired. This image was taken on the Baltoro Glacier in the Karakoram mountains of Northern Pakistan. The surface of the glacier in places has many of these amazing melt water channels winding their way down the mountain. Nikon D300, Nikon 18-200mm @ 18mm, 1/500 sec @ f/13, ISO 200
Glacial River Bend - Baltoro Glacier, Pakistan by George Robertson, Retired. This image was taken on the Baltoro Glacier in the Karakoram mountains of Northern Pakistan. The surface of the glacier in places has many of these amazing melt water channels winding their way down the mountain. Nikon D300, Nikon 18-200mm @ 18mm, 1/500 sec @ f/13, ISO 200
A Misty Autumnal Walk - The Peak District, Derbyshire by Scott Antcliffe, Primary School Teacher. I’m fortunate to live in the Peak District, the UK’s oldest national park. I love this location for its ancient trees. Coupled with fog in autumn, it’s a stunning place. Nikon D850, Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8M @ 49mm, 1/6 sec @ f/16, ISO 100
A Misty Autumnal Walk - The Peak District, Derbyshire by Scott Antcliffe, Primary School Teacher. I’m fortunate to live in the Peak District, the UK’s oldest national park. I love this location for its ancient trees. Coupled with fog in autumn, it’s a stunning place. Nikon D850, Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8M @ 49mm, 1/6 sec @ f/16, ISO 100
People
From India to South Sudan, our 10 finalists have produced incredible images from around the globe which highlight the diversity of humanity. Capturing vibrant world cultures and unique local traditions, these thought-provoking photographs are sure to make the viewer stop and gaze eye-to-eye with each subject.
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In Silence - Varanasi, India by Louise Waldron, Box Office Supervisor. Sitting serenely in the doorway, blending with the background, this gentleman never spoke but watched with a curious eye as the world passed him by in this holiest of cities. Nikon D300s, Sigma Art 35mm, 35mm @ 1/125 @ f/1.4, ISO 200
In Silence - Varanasi, India by Louise Waldron, Box Office Supervisor. Sitting serenely in the doorway, blending with the background, this gentleman never spoke but watched with a curious eye as the world passed him by in this holiest of cities. Nikon D300s, Sigma Art 35mm, 35mm @ 1/125 @ f/1.4, ISO 200
Kathmandu Tea Shop - Kathmandu, Nepal by Siobhan Warwicker, Writer/Editor. This distinctive tea shop kept catching my attention on my walks around Durbar Square. Eventually, I asked the vendor for a photo - I love her straight-at-the-camera stance, her eyes inviting the viewer into this vivid enterprise. Fujifilm X-T20, Fujifilm XC50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS III @ 50mm, 1/250 sec @ f/4.5, ISO 400
Kathmandu Tea Shop - Kathmandu, Nepal by Siobhan Warwicker, Writer/Editor. This distinctive tea shop kept catching my attention on my walks around Durbar Square. Eventually, I asked the vendor for a photo - I love her straight-at-the-camera stance, her eyes inviting the viewer into this vivid enterprise. Fujifilm X-T20, Fujifilm XC50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS III @ 50mm, 1/250 sec @ f/4.5, ISO 400
The Morning Glory - Narmada, India by Rajesh Dhar, Graphic Designer. A devotee is praying to the sun and offering the holy water of river Narmada to his deceased ancestors so that their souls can rest in peace. Nikon D750, Nikkor 24-120mm @ 24mm, 1/800 @ f/4, ISO 1250
The Morning Glory - Narmada, India by Rajesh Dhar, Graphic Designer. A devotee is praying to the sun and offering the holy water of river Narmada to his deceased ancestors so that their souls can rest in peace. Nikon D750, Nikkor 24-120mm @ 24mm, 1/800 @ f/4, ISO 1250
Stillness - Lalibela, Ethiopia by John Seager, Environmental Consultant. I took this image in Biete Queddus Mercoreus church, Lalibela, Ethiopia. The priest greeted me and returned to his meditation, allowing me to compose his portrait in the streaming light. Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM @ 24mm, 1/60 sec @ f/4, ISO 250
Stillness - Lalibela, Ethiopia by John Seager, Environmental Consultant. I took this image in Biete Queddus Mercoreus church, Lalibela, Ethiopia. The priest greeted me and returned to his meditation, allowing me to compose his portrait in the streaming light. Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM @ 24mm, 1/60 sec @ f/4, ISO 250
Holy Shower - Uttar Pradesh, India by Jan Kostal, Tour Guide The man depicted is having a “Holi holy shower” on the very last day of the Holi Festival of colors. Huranga Holi is one day after the main Holi in Shri Dauji Mahraj Mandir in Baldeo village. Nikon D700, Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8 @ 35mm, 1/125 @ f/1.4, ISO 200
Holy Shower - Uttar Pradesh, India by Jan Kostal, Tour Guide The man depicted is having a “Holi holy shower” on the very last day of the Holi Festival of colors. Huranga Holi is one day after the main Holi in Shri Dauji Mahraj Mandir in Baldeo village. Nikon D700, Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8 @ 35mm, 1/125 @ f/1.4, ISO 200
Ghosts - South Sudan by Max Vere-Hodge, Sponsorship. The Mundari tribe, of South Sudan, appear like ghosts amongst the smoke from the nightly fires they light to keep tsetse flies and mosquitoes off their beloved Ankole-Watusi cattle. Sony Alpha 7 IV, FE 24-240mm @ 40mm, 25 sec @ f/4.5, ISO 100
Ghosts - South Sudan by Max Vere-Hodge, Sponsorship. The Mundari tribe, of South Sudan, appear like ghosts amongst the smoke from the nightly fires they light to keep tsetse flies and mosquitoes off their beloved Ankole-Watusi cattle. Sony Alpha 7 IV, FE 24-240mm @ 40mm, 25 sec @ f/4.5, ISO 100
Faith - Kannur, Kerala, India by Abhijit Chowdhury, Service. Theyyam is a popular ritual of Kolathunadu (Kingdom of Kannur). The Theyyam dance is performed in front of the village shrine, groves and in the houses as ancestor worship. Man assumes the form of God and dance propitiating and appeasing them. There is a deep belief behind the performance of Theyyam. This photo was taken during one such religious ceremony. Nikon D7200, Nikkor 18-140mm (f3.5-5.6) @140mm, 1/500sec @ f/5.6, ISO 1000
Faith - Kannur, Kerala, India by Abhijit Chowdhury, Service. Theyyam is a popular ritual of Kolathunadu (Kingdom of Kannur). The Theyyam dance is performed in front of the village shrine, groves and in the houses as ancestor worship. Man assumes the form of God and dance propitiating and appeasing them. There is a deep belief behind the performance of Theyyam. This photo was taken during one such religious ceremony. Nikon D7200, Nikkor 18-140mm (f3.5-5.6) @140mm, 1/500sec @ f/5.6, ISO 1000
Lighting The Candles - Shan State, Myanmar by Deba Prasad Roy, Retired. The photograph was taken in a Buddhist shrine situated next to Shwe Yan Pyay Monastery in the southern region of Shan State, Myanmar. The monastery is famous for its architecture.
Lighting The Candles - Shan State, Myanmar by Deba Prasad Roy, Retired. The photograph was taken in a Buddhist shrine situated next to Shwe Yan Pyay Monastery in the southern region of Shan State, Myanmar. The monastery is famous for its architecture.
Leaf Life - Uttar Pradesh, India by Somenath Mukhopadhyay, Teacher. A man of Santhal tribe accompanies his son on the forest path, both wearing a headdress of forest leaves, used particularly during the monsoon as rain gear. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 @ 200mm, 1/60 sec @ f/3.2 ISO 400
Leaf Life - Uttar Pradesh, India by Somenath Mukhopadhyay, Teacher. A man of Santhal tribe accompanies his son on the forest path, both wearing a headdress of forest leaves, used particularly during the monsoon as rain gear. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 @ 200mm, 1/60 sec @ f/3.2 ISO 400
Eagle Huntress - Altai Mountains, Mongolia by Prabir Mitra, Doctor. 13-year-old Aigirm, trains to hunt with her eagle Taimas and represents a generation of Khazak eagle huntress who challenges a male-dominated tradition while carrying on a legacy. Nikon D750, Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 @ 24mm, 1/2000sec @ f/20; ISO 1250
Eagle Huntress - Altai Mountains, Mongolia by Prabir Mitra, Doctor. 13-year-old Aigirm, trains to hunt with her eagle Taimas and represents a generation of Khazak eagle huntress who challenges a male-dominated tradition while carrying on a legacy. Nikon D750, Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 @ 24mm, 1/2000sec @ f/20; ISO 1250
Travel Icons
The art of a captivating Travel Icon image is showcasing the beauty and cultural significance of a famous landmark, monument, scenic view, or instantly recognisable location. Our shortlisted gallery of Travel Icons images includes ethereal northern lights, bluebell woods, modern and traditional cityscapes, and more.
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Varanasi Boats - Varanasi, India by Arup Ghosh, Service. Varanasi, the world’s most ancient living city, a traditional boat on the river Ganges offers insight into life on the ghats.
Varanasi Boats - Varanasi, India by Arup Ghosh, Service. Varanasi, the world’s most ancient living city, a traditional boat on the river Ganges offers insight into life on the ghats.
Two Women Washing By The Oldest Teak Bridge - Mandalay, Myanmar by Michael Poxton, Retired. U Bein Bridge, Mandalay … believed to be the oldest teak bridge in the world. Two local ladies wandered down to bathe, adding depth to a wonderful sunset scene. Panasonic LUMIX DC-FZ82, Auto Mode
Two Women Washing By The Oldest Teak Bridge - Mandalay, Myanmar by Michael Poxton, Retired. U Bein Bridge, Mandalay … believed to be the oldest teak bridge in the world. Two local ladies wandered down to bathe, adding depth to a wonderful sunset scene. Panasonic LUMIX DC-FZ82, Auto Mode
The Great Wall In Snowfall - China by Charlotte Coppenhall, Primary Teacher. Arriving at The Great Wall, the weather rapidly changed. Undeterred, I started to walk the world wonder, and found myself alone in the middle of a snowstorm. Sony ILCE-7RM2, @ 28mm, 1/60 sec @ f/22, ISO 800
The Great Wall In Snowfall - China by Charlotte Coppenhall, Primary Teacher. Arriving at The Great Wall, the weather rapidly changed. Undeterred, I started to walk the world wonder, and found myself alone in the middle of a snowstorm. Sony ILCE-7RM2, @ 28mm, 1/60 sec @ f/22, ISO 800
Lisbon Trams Early Morning - Lisbon, Portugal by Deian Benjamin, Civil Servant. Lisbon’s iconic trams on the Rua da Conceição. A pre-dawn image of the heritage trams – the nostalgic and emblematic symbol of Lisbon and a tourist attraction in their own right. Fujifilm X-T2, tripod mounted, Fujifilm 50-140mm lens @ 134mm, 1/5 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 1600
Lisbon Trams Early Morning - Lisbon, Portugal by Deian Benjamin, Civil Servant. Lisbon’s iconic trams on the Rua da Conceição. A pre-dawn image of the heritage trams – the nostalgic and emblematic symbol of Lisbon and a tourist attraction in their own right. Fujifilm X-T2, tripod mounted, Fujifilm 50-140mm lens @ 134mm, 1/5 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 1600
Kyoto Nights - Kyoto, Japan by Stuart Blyth, Retired. Central Kyoto, late in the evening, I got this great opportunity to catch an opportunistic handheld shot of a couple walking towards the temple. Nikon D800, Tamron SP24-70mm F2.8 DiVC USD A007N @24mm, 1/15 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 1250
Kyoto Nights - Kyoto, Japan by Stuart Blyth, Retired. Central Kyoto, late in the evening, I got this great opportunity to catch an opportunistic handheld shot of a couple walking towards the temple. Nikon D800, Tamron SP24-70mm F2.8 DiVC USD A007N @24mm, 1/15 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 1250
Jama Masjid - Delhi, India by Khairel Anuar Che Ani, Quantity Surveyor. This image of Jama Masjid, Delhi, India was taken during Eid al-Adha Greater Eid prayers in the morning of 10th. Zulhijjah the twelfth month in Islamic calendar marking for a four days celebration together with annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mekah. Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM @ 17mm, 1/250 sec @ f/9, ISO 100
Jama Masjid - Delhi, India by Khairel Anuar Che Ani, Quantity Surveyor. This image of Jama Masjid, Delhi, India was taken during Eid al-Adha Greater Eid prayers in the morning of 10th. Zulhijjah the twelfth month in Islamic calendar marking for a four days celebration together with annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mekah. Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM @ 17mm, 1/250 sec @ f/9, ISO 100
Icelandic Aurora - Stafsnes, Iceland by Ray Hems, Retired. The spectacular natural phenomena of the Aurora Borealis are one of the most iconic sights in travel. Here the dynamic curtains and spirals of vivid colour are seen swirling around the Stafnesviti lighthouse in Iceland. Nikon D750, @ 14mm, 5 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 3200
Icelandic Aurora - Stafsnes, Iceland by Ray Hems, Retired. The spectacular natural phenomena of the Aurora Borealis are one of the most iconic sights in travel. Here the dynamic curtains and spirals of vivid colour are seen swirling around the Stafnesviti lighthouse in Iceland. Nikon D750, @ 14mm, 5 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 3200
Honey Hunting - Dolakha, Nepal by Mark Levitin, Travel Writer. Mr. Netrabadur Khorkha, a lifelong honey hunter, hangs precariously off a hand-woven rope ladder in Dolakha, Nepal. A cloud of angry bees swarms helplessly around. The honey of the giant Himalayan bee is highly prized for its medicinal and psychedelic properties, and so far it is only obtained by such ancient methods, in the wild. Canon EOS 6D, @ 188mm, 1/640 sec @ f/5.6, ISO 800
Honey Hunting - Dolakha, Nepal by Mark Levitin, Travel Writer. Mr. Netrabadur Khorkha, a lifelong honey hunter, hangs precariously off a hand-woven rope ladder in Dolakha, Nepal. A cloud of angry bees swarms helplessly around. The honey of the giant Himalayan bee is highly prized for its medicinal and psychedelic properties, and so far it is only obtained by such ancient methods, in the wild. Canon EOS 6D, @ 188mm, 1/640 sec @ f/5.6, ISO 800
Enchanted Woodland - United Kingdon by Jackie Matear, Chartered Accountant. Bluebells are one of the most enchanting and iconic flowers of Britain. The early morning mist transformed this woodland in Hertfordshire into an utterly magical scene. Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EOS 70-200mm f/4L IS USM @ 89mm, 1.6 sec @ f/16, ISO 200
Enchanted Woodland - United Kingdon by Jackie Matear, Chartered Accountant. Bluebells are one of the most enchanting and iconic flowers of Britain. The early morning mist transformed this woodland in Hertfordshire into an utterly magical scene. Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EOS 70-200mm f/4L IS USM @ 89mm, 1.6 sec @ f/16, ISO 200
Miners Homes Kolmanskop - Kolmanskop, Namibia by Phil Reeds, Retired. Brightly coloured wallpaper peels from the walls of diamond miners’ homes. Abandoned in 1956 these ruins are slowly consumed by the desert in a region known as “the forbidden area”. Nikon D700, tripod mounted with remote release Nikon 18-140mm @ 22mm, 1.6 sec @ f/18, ISO 100
Miners Homes Kolmanskop - Kolmanskop, Namibia by Phil Reeds, Retired. Brightly coloured wallpaper peels from the walls of diamond miners’ homes. Abandoned in 1956 these ruins are slowly consumed by the desert in a region known as “the forbidden area”. Nikon D700, tripod mounted with remote release Nikon 18-140mm @ 22mm, 1.6 sec @ f/18, ISO 100
Wildlife
Wildlife photography is undoubtedly a thrilling and challenging endeavour. Timing is crucial and can be the difference between a discarded image and one starring that oh-so-important character. Our finalists have expertly played with backgrounds and surroundings to create stunning, evocative, and characterful images of wild creatures throughout the world.
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Bee Envy - Hortobágy National Park, Hungary by Patrick O’Brien, Chartered Surveyor. A female bee-eater looks on enviously as her mate tosses a bee in his beak, ready to swallow head first (sting last). Canon EOS R6, Sigma 500mm f4 OS Sport, 1/3200 sec @ f/6.3, ISO 1250
Bee Envy - Hortobágy National Park, Hungary by Patrick O’Brien, Chartered Surveyor. A female bee-eater looks on enviously as her mate tosses a bee in his beak, ready to swallow head first (sting last). Canon EOS R6, Sigma 500mm f4 OS Sport, 1/3200 sec @ f/6.3, ISO 1250
Coming Through!!! - Fisherman’s Beach, Curaçao, Lesser Antilles by Gail Johnson, Retired. I am sure the turtles loved making the fish ball split – I just hung over the fish ball and had fun watching the turtles swim past. GoPro 4, 3mm @ 1/310 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 100
Coming Through!!! - Fisherman’s Beach, Curaçao, Lesser Antilles by Gail Johnson, Retired. I am sure the turtles loved making the fish ball split – I just hung over the fish ball and had fun watching the turtles swim past. GoPro 4, 3mm @ 1/310 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 100
Homeward Bound - Near Marqab, Dubai, UAE by John Leigh, Retired. Travelling across the dunes in a 4X4, we came across a small group of rare Arabian oryx travelling to a watering hole. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, Canon EF 100-400mm f/5.6 @ 379mm, 1/1600 sec @ f/7.1, ISO 160
Homeward Bound - Near Marqab, Dubai, UAE by John Leigh, Retired. Travelling across the dunes in a 4X4, we came across a small group of rare Arabian oryx travelling to a watering hole. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, Canon EF 100-400mm f/5.6 @ 379mm, 1/1600 sec @ f/7.1, ISO 160
Just Drifting - Yellowstone National Park, Montana, USA by Patrick O’Brien, Chartered Surveyor. This bighorn sheep popped his head up out of a snowdrift in front of me where it had happily found a few strands of grass to eat. Canon 5D Mark III, Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM @400mm, 1/640 sec @ F5.6, ISO 100
Just Drifting - Yellowstone National Park, Montana, USA by Patrick O’Brien, Chartered Surveyor. This bighorn sheep popped his head up out of a snowdrift in front of me where it had happily found a few strands of grass to eat. Canon 5D Mark III, Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM @400mm, 1/640 sec @ F5.6, ISO 100
Sloth Sanctuary - La Fortuna, Costa Rica by Jackie Freshfield, Marketing Manager. A three-toed sloth munching through leaves of a cecropia tree above our hotel’s reception in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. The sloth was so high, and my camera gear so heavy, that I lay on the ground to take photos… Canon 7D Mark II, Canon 100-400mm Mark II, + 1.4 III converter @ 255mm, 1/1000 sec @ f/7.1, ISO 1250
Sloth Sanctuary - La Fortuna, Costa Rica by Jackie Freshfield, Marketing Manager. A three-toed sloth munching through leaves of a cecropia tree above our hotel’s reception in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. The sloth was so high, and my camera gear so heavy, that I lay on the ground to take photos… Canon 7D Mark II, Canon 100-400mm Mark II, + 1.4 III converter @ 255mm, 1/1000 sec @ f/7.1, ISO 1250
Sunrise Swan - United Kingdom by Paul Thwaites, Retired Production Engineer. I’d been photographing a family of swans on a local lake but I knew I needed that rare and short-lived summer sunrise mist to give the image some impact. I spent many weeks of 4.30am alarm calls to be there at sunrise to maximise my chances, and on this occasion, I got the result I wanted. Canon 90D, Sigma 150-600mm @ 450mm, 1/640 sec @ f/7.1, ISO 100
Sunrise Swan - United Kingdom by Paul Thwaites, Retired Production Engineer. I’d been photographing a family of swans on a local lake but I knew I needed that rare and short-lived summer sunrise mist to give the image some impact. I spent many weeks of 4.30am alarm calls to be there at sunrise to maximise my chances, and on this occasion, I got the result I wanted. Canon 90D, Sigma 150-600mm @ 450mm, 1/640 sec @ f/7.1, ISO 100
Swimming With Bob - Curaçao, Lesser Antilles by Gail Johnson, Retired. Bob is famous in Curaçao, as he helps spread the word about conservation. Every week he gets an early morning swimming treat where he free swims and preens afterward. GoPro 4, 3mm @ 1/1400 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 100
Swimming With Bob - Curaçao, Lesser Antilles by Gail Johnson, Retired. Bob is famous in Curaçao, as he helps spread the word about conservation. Every week he gets an early morning swimming treat where he free swims and preens afterward. GoPro 4, 3mm @ 1/1400 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 100
Twins - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania by Michelle Attard, Travel Blogger. Sitting in our jeep as a female cheetah calmly nursed her twin cubs in the shade behind us is a moment that will stay with me forever! Canon PowerShot SX70 HS, 37mm @ 1/100 sec @ f/5.6, ISO 100
Twins - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania by Michelle Attard, Travel Blogger. Sitting in our jeep as a female cheetah calmly nursed her twin cubs in the shade behind us is a moment that will stay with me forever! Canon PowerShot SX70 HS, 37mm @ 1/100 sec @ f/5.6, ISO 100
Watching And Waiting For Salmon To Pass By - Kamchatka, Russia by Tina Bulley, Retired. This mother bear took her cubs to rest on a small sandy promontory on Lake Kurile in Kamchatcha, while she kept a lookout for any passing salmon to catch. Canon 5D Mark VI, Canon 300mm f/2.8 + 2x Teleconverter @ 600mm, 1/320 sec @ f/8, ISO 2000 AV
Watching And Waiting For Salmon To Pass By - Kamchatka, Russia by Tina Bulley, Retired. This mother bear took her cubs to rest on a small sandy promontory on Lake Kurile in Kamchatcha, while she kept a lookout for any passing salmon to catch. Canon 5D Mark VI, Canon 300mm f/2.8 + 2x Teleconverter @ 600mm, 1/320 sec @ f/8, ISO 2000 AV
Madikwe Lions - Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa by Mandy Haakenson, Freelance Content Marketer. We had the privilege of witnessing this pair of lions emerge through a misty sunrise and lush vegetation, during an early morning game drive. Apple iPhone X, @ 4 mm, 1/1040 @ f/1.8
Madikwe Lions - Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa by Mandy Haakenson, Freelance Content Marketer. We had the privilege of witnessing this pair of lions emerge through a misty sunrise and lush vegetation, during an early morning game drive. Apple iPhone X, @ 4 mm, 1/1040 @ f/1.8
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