This year, nature lovers of all ages are being asked to capture the wild side of Somerset in one of three categories: close-up/macro wildlife, people and portraits, and a special youth category.
Three winners will be selected, each receiving a year’s free Somerset Wildlife Trust membership. One overall winner will also be chosen, who will receive the top prize of an exclusive one-to-one photography day with professional macro photographer Victoria Hillman. On top of these fantastic prizes, the three will also have the chance to see their photographs exhibited at the Trust’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), taking place in November this year.
Last year’s competition, which celebrated Somerset Wildlife Trust’s 60th anniversary, attracted over 200 entries. Andy Lewington was announced as the overall winner for his mystical image of the Trust’s own Aller & Beer Woods Nature Reserve. Andy was also joined by five other winners, who were each commended by the judging panel.
Kirby Everett, Head of Marketing Communications at Somerset Wildlife Trust, says:
“We’re excited to be launching our photography competition for 2025. This is a chance to celebrate the amazing creative talents of photographers across the county, whilst highlighting the beautiful natural world around us, and hopefully inspiring all to take action to protect it. Whether it be zooming in on the little things, capturing people in nature or depicting the wild side of Somerset, we want to see it all!”
To all entrants, Victoria Hillman, professional wildlife photographer and member of the judging panel, says:
“Trust yourself, have fun with it and be original. The themes this year are broad, so there’s plenty of room to think outside the box. All species and landscapes have the power to captivate and motivate. It's your ideas that will resonate with viewers.”
To enter, and for full details on competition rules and prizes, visit: www.somersetwildlife.org/photo-competition