Seahorse Portrait Wins Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026

Over 15,000 photographers entered the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026. Julien Anton won top prize for a striking black‑and‑white seahorse portrait (also taking Ocean Wildlife), and Jenny Stock earned the Female Fifty Fathoms Award. Winners span seven main categories plus the Ocean Portfolio Award, including Wildlife, Fine Art, Adventure, Conservation (Impact), Conservation (Hope), Human Connection, and The Ocean Unseen: Hidden Worlds.