Deadline: 15th January 2023.
Applications open for the Environmental Photography Awards 2023. Photographers invited to reflect on humanity’s relationship with nature and the interrelation between human health and planetary health.
The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation Environmental Photography Awards were established as an annual competition to honor photographers who utilize their skills to promote environmental protection.
Environmental Photography Awards 2023 Categories
They accept submissions in 5 categories.
Polar Wonders:
Photographers encouraged to submit their most stunning shots of polar landscapes, wildlife, and local populations (Arctic and Antarctic).
Humanity Versus Nature
Images submitted for this category should show the tense relationship between people and nature around the globe as well as the damaging effects of human activity on the environment.
Ocean Worlds
Photos that show the great diversity of the ocean, its surface and underwater seascapes, as well as marine life, accepted in this category.
Into the Forest
The beauty of the plants and animals that make up the forest ecosystem and the way of life of the local communities in the boreal, temperate, and tropical woods are both highlighted in this area.
Change Makers: Reasons for Hope
This category is dedicated to images that highlight the efforts and actions implemented globally by communities based on their traditional knowledge and on innovative solutions to build a more sustainable world and more harmonious relationships between man and nature. It aims to demonstrate hope for Humanity and for the Planet.
Awards
Grand Prize Winner
- The title “Environmental Photographer of the Year 2023”
- €5,000 grant
- Invitation (including travel and accommodation) to visit the Amazon Research Station of the University of Ecuador, and to do a photo documentary in the field, in the heart of the Ecuadorian jungle
- Invitation (including travel and accommodation) to the inauguration of the 2023 Award Ceremony in the Principality of Monaco
- Public relations support of the Foundation through its communication channels, including social media, press, and newsletter
Category Winners
- €1,000 grant for each of the 5 category winners
- Public relations support of the Foundation through its communication channels, including social media, press, and newsletter
Public Award & Students’ Choice (chosen for each across all categories)
- €500 grant for the Public Award-winning image
- €500 grant for the Students’ Choice winning image
Shortlisted Photographers
- Featured in the Environmental Photography Award 2023 exhibition in Monaco and on its international tour
- Published in, and receiving two complimentary copies of the Environmental Photography Award 2023 catalogue
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