Honorable Mention
Beneath the Waves
DESCRIPTION
Two Atlantic spotted dolphins glide through the sun-drenched shallows of the Bahamas, their sleek bodies rippling with reflected light. Known for their intelligence and strong social bonds, these dolphins inhabit one of the few places in the world where humans can observe them behaving naturally in the wild. Capturing this image required patience and freediving to remain unobtrusive in their environment. In this peaceful moment, the ocean’s surface becomes a liquid canvas—its painterly texture adding a surreal quality to the scene. AUTHOR
Remuna is an artist, award-winning photographer, filmmaker, and passionate advocate for conservation and animal welfare. Her underwater work aims to capture the beauty and fragility of the ocean and the incredible diversity of marine life who inhabit it. Although we are all connected to the ocean, few people truly experience the world beneath the surface or witness the significant impacts we are having on it. Through her photography and film, Remuna hopes to raise awareness and inspire a deeper appreciation and will to protect these critical ecosystems and species. Her favorite subjects are sharks—one of the most misunderstood and threatened species on the planet—and advocating for their conservation by dispelling misconceptions and instilling the same love and fascination she has for them in others. 