During Earth Month, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) will host TNC Global Photo Contest Exhibition, "NATURE'S CANVAS – Capturing Nature's Symphony" from April 8 to 28, 2024, at the Departure Check-in Hall, Level 7, Terminal 1, Hong Kong International Airport. The exhibition will showcase the winning entries from TNC's 2023 Global Photo Contest. These exceptional photographs celebrate the harmony and magnificence of nature while conveying a message of environmental conservation.
Similar to how artists use a canvas to paint, nature uses the Earth as a canvas forbreathtaking landscapes, intricate ecosystems, and flourishing plants and animals. Through the lenses of talented photographers from around the world, TNC aims to immerse the audience in a symphony of nature, where harmonious scenes are awe-inspiring. These photographs provide insights into the power and challenges faced by our natural world, showcasing close-ups of various species, picturesque seasonal views, and stunning images of marine and terrestrial exploration.
This year's contest doubled the number of categories and saw a huge increase in stunning submissions, from a serene coral reef in Guatemala to a pair of tigers caught in the middle of a fight in India. A prestigious panel of judges, including photographers Javier Aznar, Smita Sharma, Morgan Heim, and renowned natural history photographer Frans Lanting, carefully selected the winners. The contest received an overwhelming response, with over 80,000 individual photographers and more than 189,000 entries from 191 countries and territories.
The 2023 Grand Prize has been awarded to Tibor Litauszki from Hungary for his remarkable underwater photo capturing a newt eating freshly-laid frog's eggs. Additionally, Hong Kong photographer Jeanny Tang has won First Place in the Freshwater category. Her winning photograph, taken at Tai Sang Wai, Yuen Long, showcases a captivating sight of fish-dug holes for spawning, revealed after the pond dried up. This unique and enchanting scene highlights the magnificent and diverse natural beauty found within Hong Kong's urban city, presenting it to the world in all its glory.
Furthermore, the exhibition includes a special "Hong Kong Highlights" section, showcasing entries from Hong Kong photography enthusiasts. The aim is to exhibit the natural beauty of Hong Kong and remind the public to cherish and protect the city's natural landscapes.
Moreover, the exhibition offers a unique experience for visitors to create personalized "Voice Postcards" using the stunning photographs from the competition as postcard images. This creative and interactive feature allows visitors to actively participate and share their concerns about environmental protection and the importance of preserving nature with friends and family. Simply fill in the recipient's address on the postcard, place it in the designated mailbox at the exhibition, and we will assist in its delivery. This simple act enables visitors to spread their love for nature and inspire others to take action to protect our precious Earth.
https://www.tnc.org.hk/en-hk/get-involved/how-to-help/photo-contest/2023-winners/.
TNC Global Photo Contest Exhibition "Nature's Canvas ––Capturing Nature's Symphony" details:
Venue: Departure Check-in Hall, Level 7, Terminal 1, Hong Kong International Airport
Date: 08 - 28.04.2024