Wildlife 2020 Photo Contest Finalists

Our Wildlife Photo Contest, now in its second year, received nearly 1,000 entries showcasing the behaviors and habitats of wildlife around the world. The winners will be announced soon.

Check out this slideshow of the 25 finalists.

"The Tower" by Ali Khataw

A group of giraffes is called a "tower". The image was made in Serengeti, Tanzania. My goal was to make sure all the necks and faces of the giraffes were separated. I had to wait a while before this opportunity came to the forefront.

Wide Angle Wildlife

Reach for your wide angle lens to capture more of your subject’s story.

The Art of Luminosity, Part 1

Understanding light to improve your photography.

Fairy Stone State Park, Virginia captured with color infrared photography

Beyond Visible Light: Color Infrared Photography

For a different look at color photography, try these shooting and processing tips using infrared digital capture.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Boom, Baby!

Exploring the explosive beauty of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

Exploring Our National Wildlife Refuge System

The National Wildlife Refuge System protects vital habitats, making them excellent destinations for wildlife photographers.

Lenses For Wildlife Photography

When it comes to selecting lenses for wildlife photography, the first thing most photographers look for is focal length—a long lens that can reach out and cover great distances, bringing animals in for close-ups—but other features are also incredibly useful.

"The Tower" by Ali Khataw

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