Ocean Photographer of the Year, co-presented by Oceanographic and Blancpain, have revealed the winners of the 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year competition! Rafael Fernández Caballero has been announced as the winner from over 15,000 entries to the , with a photograph of a Bryde’s whale feeding on a baitball. Jacob Guy has won the Young Ocean Photographer category with an image of an elusive algae octopus. Winners will be exhibited in the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 exhibition, which will first open at the Australian National Maritime Museum, Sydney, on November 28th, before moving to several additional venues in early 2025.
From Ocean Photographer of the Year: Caballero’s image of a Bryde’s whale feeding on a baitball was chosen from more than 15,000 ocean images across all disciplines, including underwater, surf and drone. Discussing the image, Caballero says: “The image captures perhaps the most special – and craziest – moment of my life. It fills me with joy having lived this moment – and to have captured the image.
” Reflecting on being named Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024, Caballero says: “This is a dream come true. Spectacular. Being a part of the best compilation of ocean photography this year – and receiving the top recognition – drives me to keep believing in what I do and to continue showcasing the ocean’s wonders.
” This year’s awarded photographs include dramatic wildlife encounters, such as a baitball being devoured fro.