Celebrating the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024: Magazine, Book, and Exhibition
It’s been an extraordinary year for ocean photography, and I’m so excited to share the news about three incredible opportunities to see my work as part of the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 competition: a special edition magazine, a stunning coffee table book, and an exhibition in Sydney. Each of these represents a celebration of the ocean’s beauty and fragility and the importance of protecting our blue planet.
The story behind my image
One of the highlights of my year was seeing my image of a gannet, captured during a remarkable cold-water snorkelling session in Shetland, recognised in the competition. This photograph gained second place in the Conservation and Impact category, a moment of immense pride for me.
The lifeless gannet hangs from the deadly snare of ghost fishing gear—discarded nets and lines that silently continue to wreak havoc on marine ecosystems. These forgotten remnants of human activity drift through the ocean. Trapping and killing countless marine animals and seabirds, long after their intended use has ended. This haunting scene speaks to the devastating consequences of our throwaway culture and the urgent need to address ocean pollution. Gannets, majestic and powerful hunters of the sea, should be soaring through the skies, not meeting their end in a tragic tangle of human negligence. It is a sobering reminder of the responsibility we have to protect and restore our oceans for the life they sustain.
To have this image recognised in a category dedicated to conservation and impact was not only an honour but also a validation of the role visual storytelling plays in amplifying the urgent need for marine protection.
Special edition magazine
Being part of the special edition Oceanographic Magazine, celebrating the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024, is an incredible privilege. Issue 39 is a beautifully curated collection of images that showcase the ocean’s beauty, resilience, and vulnerability. This issue not only highlights the breathtaking work of talented photographers but also champions marine conservation. Inspiring readers to connect with the wonders of the underwater world.
To have my work included in such an iconic publication is profoundly meaningful. I’ll always cherish the opportunity to share space with so many inspiring storytellers.
👉 Order your copy of Issue 39 here.
2024 coffee table book
I’m thrilled to announce that all the images from this year’s Ocean Photographer of the Year competition, including mine, will be featured in the 2024 Coffee Table Book. This stunning publication brings together every winning and shortlisted image. In doing so, creating a timeless celebration of the ocean’s beauty, power, and vulnerability.
To have my work included in this beautifully designed book is a true privilege. It’s my hope that this collection will inspire readers to connect with and protect the oceans we all depend on.
👉 Order your copy of the coffee table book here.
Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 Exhibition
It’s an honour to see my image featured in the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 Exhibition. Opening at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney on November 28. This exhibition will showcase 118 breathtaking images that tell the story of our oceans’ beauty, fragility, and resilience.
To stand alongside such remarkable photographers, all united by a passion for marine conservation, is humbling. This exhibition is a celebration of the seas and a powerful reminder of the urgent need to protect them. If you’re in Sydney, I hope you’ll take the time to visit and experience these extraordinary works.
👉 Learn more about the exhibition here.
The Ocean Photographer of the Year is a conduit for powerful visual storytelling, fostering a deeper connection with the natural world. I’m so proud to be part of this movement, using photography to inspire reflection, awe, and action for our oceans. Thank you for your continued support of my work—together, we can make a difference for our blue planet.
You can find out more about my Ocean Photographer of the Year recognition here. You can also explore more about my ocean and underwater photography work here. Click here to explore how to become an ocean storyteller.
