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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.

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

Renee Capozzola

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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.

MORE IMAGES BY Renee Capozzola

Fine ArtPhotographer of the Year

2024 Tahiti, French Polynesia

Ocean Fine Art Photographer of the Year 2024, RENCAP14

Ocean Portfolio Award

2023 Hawaii

Ocean Portfolio Award 2023, Renee Capozzola

WildlifePhotographer of the Year

2023 Maui, Hawaii

Ocean Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2023, RC

Human Connection Award: People & Planet Ocean

2023 French Polynesia

Human Connection Award: People & Planet Ocean 2023, RC

Conservation (Hope)Photographer of the Year

2023 Maui, Hawaii

Ocean Conservation Photographer of the Year (Hope) 2023, RC

Conservation (Hope)Photographer of the Year

2022 Hawaii

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

Female Fifty FathomsAward

2021 French Polynesia

Female Fifty Fathoms Award 2021, Renee Capozzola

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