
WINNERS GALLERY


Finalist Conservation (Hope) Photographer of the Year
Renee Capozzola Maui, Hawaii
"A green sea turtle briefly poses for an angelic portrait in Maui, Hawaii," says Capozzola. "For this shot, I was able to position myself right under the turtle. The angle I chose created this halo effect around the turtle’s head. While the ICUN lists green sea turtles as Endangered, this turtle represents hope and the fact that all sea turtles enjoy strong legal protections in Hawaii. By successfully enacting and enforcing these protections, Hawaii shows the rest of the world what can be accomplished through excellent conservation practices."
BEHIND THE LENS

Renee Capozzola
ABOUT THE IMAGE
- Shore dive
- Light swell
- Good visibility
- Early morning shoot
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

Human Connection Award: People & Planet Ocean
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Conservation (Hope)Photographer of the Year
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Conservation (Hope)Photographer of the Year
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