22 Spectacular Wildlife Winning Photos from the 2025 Fine Art Photography Awards

The 11th Annual Fine Art Photography Awards has once again showcased the power of visual storytelling through its Wildlife Amateur Category Winners, and this year’s collection is nothing short of breathtaking. These photos highlights the raw beauty, emotion, and majesty of the natural world as seen through the lenses of passionate amateur photographers.

Photo by: Stefan Gerrits

These winning images capture extraordinary moments in nature—an eagle mid-flight, a lion emerging from morning mist, or a close-up of a hummingbird suspended in motion. Each photograph reveals not just technical skill but also the patience, empathy, and connection these photographers have with their subjects. Their work goes beyond documentation; it reflects a deep respect for wildlife and the fragile ecosystems they inhabit.

This curated set of 22 photographs illustrates the emotional range of wildlife photography, from quiet serenity to powerful intensity. The Fine Art Photography Awards continue to be a platform where emerging talent shines, and this year’s wildlife category proves that amateur photographers are capable of producing art on par with seasoned professionals.

These spectacular images are a tribute to nature’s grandeur and the enduring spirit of photographers who chase the wild, frame by frame.

Submissions are now open for the 12th Fine Art Photography Awards, with a deadline of October 12th, 2025, inviting even more artists to join this thriving creative community. Scroll down and inspire yourself. You can check their website for more information.

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#1. 1st place winner: "Curious" by Stefan Gerrits

"It was bitterly cold, -34°C. The Siberian Jay (Perisoreus infaustus), a naturally curious bird, is even more so in such harsh conditions. Drawn by the sounds of human activity, they approach, hoping for food. In its natural surroundings, this frozen wilderness, surrounded by photogenic, snow-laden pines, the jay flits back and forth. Its behavior is for sure a mix of curiosity and survival instinct. A 35mm double exposure."