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1st classified

After the Sunset
by Marek Jóźwik


During a stay in Biebrza National Park, Marek had a direct view from his room of a white stork's nest, perched atop a tall pole above the treeline. Every evening, he would photograph these birds as they settled in for the night. Finally, on a clear-skied evening, the nest appeare...

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2nd classified

The Flying Horse
by Matteo Botta


The Menorquin Fiestas and Jaleos are vibrant traditional celebrations with roots dating back to the Medieval period, held every summer across Menorca's main towns. In a remarkable display of horsemanship, skilled riders dressed in traditional costumes guide their Menorcan horses...

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3rd classified

The Flautist
by David-leonardo Antal


With his enchanting melody, the flautist leads the group of bear-costumed people around him, setting the pace and guiding their movements. Known as 'Jocul Ursului' (the Bear Dance), this traditional Romanian custom is performed every year between Christmas and New Year's Eve. Onc...

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Highly commended

The bear and the volcano
by Kesshav Vikram


A lone brown bear strolls along the desolate shore of Kuril Lake, its stark silhouette set against the water, as the Iliinsky volcano emerges from the clouds and a slaty-backed gull flies past, perfectly aligned with its summit. Generally solitary, the bear is heading to join its...

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Commended

Wunderpus Octopus
by Panitbhand Paribatra Na Ayudhya


A Wunderpus octopus larva drifts through the darkness of the open ocean, reminding us that no life is insignificant—even the smallest existence is essential and beautiful when truly seen.

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