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Finalist Fine Art Photographer of the Year

Tim Burgess Maldives

3°28'50.0"N 72°48'49.0"E

A lone shark glides through the shallows at sunrise in the Maldives. This aerial view reveals a peaceful side of an animal often misunderstood and feared. While several sharks circled nearby, this individual followed its own path, mirroring the photographer's walk along the beach. The tide patterns beneath the shark and the human tracks along the beach highlight the subtle kinship between two worlds sharing the same coastline.

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Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026, TIMBUR6

Tim Burgess Australia

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ABOUT THE IMAGE

  • DJI Mini 5 Pro
  • ISO 11, f/1.8, 1/160
  • Photographed via drone
  • Site Accessed via Coastal walk-in

Tim Burgess is an ocean photographer based in Canberra, Australia, known for capturing the wild beauty and quiet power of the sea. Though he lives inland, his deep connection to the ocean drives him to travel frequently to remote coastlines in search of moments where water, light, and wildlife converge. Tim’s imagery reflects a reverence for nature and a keen eye for the subtle drama found in untamed seascapes. Through his work, he invites viewers to experience the raw, immersive energy of the ocean and to see it as both powerful and deeply fragile.

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