20 Nature-Winning Photos From The 2024 reFocus Color Photography Awards

In a world filled with the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s often easy to overlook the quiet beauty that surrounds us in nature. However, the winners of the 2024 reFocus Color Photography Awards remind us of the breathtaking splendor that awaits those who take the time to look.

From lush forests to windswept deserts, the winning photographs capture the diverse landscapes of our planet with stunning clarity and vibrancy. Each image is a testament to the skill and vision of the photographers who braved the elements to bring these moments of natural wonder to life.

Each photograph offers a unique perspective on the natural world, inviting viewers to pause, reflect, and appreciate the wonders that surround us. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, these images serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting our planet for future generations to enjoy.

#1. Gold: Watery Wasp by Tony M North

#2. Silver: Swamp Overture by Hilda Champion

#3. Bronze: Insects The Little Strangers by Pedro Luis Ajuriaguerra Saiz

#4. Bronze: Into The Forests Deep by Georgi Georgiev

#5. Bronze: Untitled by Dean Lhospital

#6. People’s Vote Award: In the Dark by Eva Berler

Honorable Mentions

#7. Suspended by Laura Merz

#8. Northern Silk Road by Rolf Gemperle

#9. Stand Out by Laura Merz

#10. God’s creation by Francisco Negroni

#11. Bristlecone Pine Tree by Nathan Myhrvold

#12. Built for the Storm by Jared Plante

#13. In the grip of the ice by Zdeněk Vošický

#14. Lush by Jared Plante

#15. Under The Towers by Simon Smith

#16. Sky Blue by Robyn Finlayson

#17. Tosena Splendida by Dusty Cooper

Nominees

#18. The Lost World by Aurelio Bormioli

#19. Winter Waterfall by Nathan Myhrvold

#20. Hamersley Gorge by Kingsley Burton