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Finalist Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Renee Capozzola Maui, Hawaii

20°53'08.2"N 156°08'25.6"W

A rare encounter: four green sea turtles serenely swim together under the sun’s rays in a single frame. "I captured this image by staying still, waiting patiently, and not exhaling any bubbles into the shot," says Capozzola. "This image was only possible due to the strong legal protections that allow this species to thrive 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

Ocean Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2023, RC

Renee Capozzola

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ABOUT THE IMAGE

  • Clear, sunny day
  • Early morning shoot
  • Shore dive
  • Light swell

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

Ocean Portfolio Award

2023 Hawaii

Ocean Portfolio Award 2023, Renee Capozzola

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 Philippines

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

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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