The Nature TTL Photographer of the Year 2024 competition attracted over 8,500 entries from photographers worldwide, showcasing the breathtaking diversity of the natural world. From awe-inspiring landscapes to intimate moments with wildlife, the competition celebrated both seasoned professionals and emerging talents. The Overall Winner ‘Play the Game’ by Bence Máté, Hungary, who claimed a £1,250 cash prize, captured a truly remarkable image that impressed the judges with its technical brilliance and emotional impact. Meanwhile, the Young Winner James Fatemi, USA, awarded a £250 camera voucher, demonstrated exceptional creativity and skill, proving the future of nature photography is in capable hands.
This year’s winning images highlight the beauty, fragility, and wonder of nature, with entries ranging from dramatic wildlife action shots to serene, atmospheric landscapes. The competition continues to be a platform that encourages photographers to push the boundaries of creativity while raising awareness about conservation. Each photo tells a unique story, reminding us of the vital role photography plays in preserving the natural world and inspiring efforts to protect it for future generations.
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#1. Overall Winner: ‘Play the Game’ by Bence Máté, Hungary
“I never get tired of photographing the playful wrestling of young ground squirrels. Their lively antics are a joy to watch, as they dart around, nipping and tumbling over each other with boundless energy. The dust kicked up into the air from their swift movements creates a sense of motion and excitement, adding a dynamic element that brings the image to life.”
#2. Young Photographer of the Year: ‘Amberwing Silhouette’ by James Fatemi, USA
“During an evening at the local marsh, the sun was setting beyond the trees on the horizon. I noticed numerous dragonflies foraging just above the water, eventually perching on one of the sticks protruding from the surface. This behavior allowed me to predict where they would land, especially since certain individuals seemed to have their own preferred perches. I chose this particular stick because of its proximity to the water, which allowed me to capture a low-angle shot with the bright reflection from the bank framing the dragonfly and illuminating its amber wings.”
#3. Wild Portraits: Winner – Lewis Burnett, Australia
#4. Wild Portraits: Runner Up – Paul McDougall, UK
#5. Wild Portraits: Highly Commended – Gina Goodman, UK
#6. Wild Portraits: Highly Commended – Greg Du Toit, South Africa
#7. Animal Behaviour: Runner Up – William Steel, South Africa
#8. Animal Behaviour: Highly Commended – Sergey Gorshkov, Russia
#9. Animal Behaviour: Highly Commended – Florian Ledoux, Norway
#10. Camera Traps: Winner – Victor Soares, UK
#11. Camera Traps: Runner Up – Tibor Litauszki, Hungary
#12. Camera Traps: Highly Commended – Pruthvi B, India
#13. Camera Traps: Highly Commended – Liron Gertsman, Canada
#14. Landscapes: Winner – Dan Mitler, USA
#15. Landscapes: Runner Up – Marek Biegalski, Ireland
#16. Landscapes: Highly Commended – Abderazak Tissoukai, United Arab Emirates
#17. Landscapes: Highly Commended – Talia Greis, Australia
#18. Small World: Winner – Soumya Ranjan Bhattacharyya, India
#19. Small World: Runner Up – Yuan Minghui, China
#20. Small World: Highly Commended – Soumya Ranjan Bhattacharyya, India
#21. Small World: Highly Commended – Christopher Meyer, Germany
#22. Underwater: Winner – Merche Llobera, Spain
#23. Underwater: Runner Up – Rowan Dear, Australia
#24. Underwater: Highly Commended – Merche Llobera, Spain
#25. Underwater: Highly Commended – Remuna Beca, USA
#26. The Night Sky: Winner – Justin Minns, UK
#27. The Night Sky: Runner Up – Josselin Cornou, UK
#28. The Night Sky: Highly Commended – Ivan Pedretti, Italy
#29. The Night Sky: cVirgil Reglioni, Norway
#30. Urban Wildlife: Winner – Mano Aliczki, Hungary
#31. Urban Wildlife: Runner Up – Zhengze Xu, China
#32. Urban Wildlife: Highly Commended – Mano Aliczki, Hungary
#33. Urban Wildlife: Highly Commended – Anand Iyer, Canada
#34. Youth Award: Runner Up – Quinn Smilgis, Canada
