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40 Award-Winning Photos From Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026
PetaPixel • • world
Key Points:
- French photographer Julien Anton won Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026 for his black-and-white portrait of a male seahorse with juveniles, which also earned top prize in the Ocean Wildlife category.
- British photographer Jenny Stock received the Female Fifty Fathoms Award, recognizing pioneering women in ocean photography, an honor given through peer nomination and judged by the competition jury.
- The competition attracted over 15,000 entries across seven main categories plus an Ocean Portfolio Award, highlighting diverse aspects of ocean life and conservation.
- Finalists' galleries are available on Oceanographic, with notable selections highlighted by PetaPixel, showcasing exceptional underwater and marine photography.
- The Ocean Photographer of the Year competition is presented by Oceanographic and Blancpain, emphasizing the connection between art, science, and ocean conservation.
