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Finalist Conservation (Hope) Photographer of the Year

Renee Capozzola Philippines

9°04'45.3"N 123°16'34.9"E

A turtle takes a rest on the reef off Apo Island in the Philippines. "Apo Island is home to a community-organised marine sanctuary. The concept was introduced to the local fishermen in 1982, and has been the inspiration for many more sanctuaries in the Philippines since," says photographer Renee Capozzola.

BEHIND THE LENS

Ocean Conservation (Hope) Photographer of the Year 2022, RC2

Renee Capozzola

ABOUT THE IMAGE

  • Clear conditions
  • Midday shoot
  • Site accessed by boat
  • Taken while scuba diving

Renee Capozzola is a conservation-oriented underwater photographer who has received over fifty prestigious international awards for her work. Renee’s work has been featured by multiple news outlets such as CNN, USA Today, BBC News, People, the Today Show, and France 2. When she is not in the water, Renee enjoys speaking at various events, judging photo competitions, and educating others about the importance of preserving marine ecosystems.

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