photography Archives

Exclusive photos: extraordinary polar bear ‘picnic’ captured by Australian photographer

A historic gathering of 68 polar bears has been seen, for the first time, feeding on a whale carcass in the Arctic.

Shortlist: 2024 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year

Here are the shortlisted images for the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year awards for 2024, showcasing the year’s best wildlife and landscape photos.

Photography

Submerged in the wild: photographing elusive platypuses

Photographer Richard Freeman reveals what went on behind the scenes when he was tasked with photographing elusive wild platypuses.

Opinion & Analysis

The ethics of AI image making

Australian Geographic’s photo editor, Nicky Catley, explores the whys and wherefores of the relatively new world of AI-generated images.

Photography

Seeing it ‘Head On’

The winning photographs of the Head On Environmental Award by Australian Geographic have been revealed.

History & Culture

Sleeping with champions

Legendary trainer Tommy Woodcock’s affinity with horses was captured before the 1977 Melbourne Cup.

News

Calling all photographers: Environmental Photo Award now open

Got some incredible shots that raise awareness about pressing issues? Passionate about climate change, biodiversity loss or habitat destruction? We want you!

Nature Photographer of the Year

Shortlist: 2023 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year

Here are some of the shortlisted images for the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year awards for 2023, showcasing the year’s best wildlife and landscape photos.