DPG is excited to announce the launch of the DPG Masters Underwater Imaging Competition 2024. This long-established and widely respected contest celebrates the splendor of the oceans and the challenging art of underwater photography and video. The organizers call on underwater shooters of all levels, from novice to professional, to compete in what has become the “World Championship” of international underwater imagery events.
The prizes, worth more than $80,000 in total, include dive trips with the world’s top resorts and liveaboards, and the latest underwater photo and video gear. Entrants compete for prizes in nine categories—Traditional, Macro, Wide Angle, Over-Under, Conservation, Blackwater, Portfolio, Compact, and Short Film. The photographer or filmmaker behind the top entry among the category winners will be crowned “DPG Grand Master 2024” and will receive the top trip prize as well as the top equipment prize.
In addition to the coveted prizes, there is also huge status and kudos in being placed among the finalists. The selected winners are the world’s best underwater shooters, judged by an all-star panel. Their images and videos will expose millions of dive, travel and photography magazines and websites to their work worldwide.
Winners will be revealed on UnderwaterCompetition.com and published by supporting media partners worldwide shortly thereafter. The entry fees are US$10 per image or video entered. As with all Underwater Competition Series events, 15% of entry proceeds will be donated to marine conservation efforts.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: DECEMBER 31ST, 2024
All entrants must read the Rules & Guidelines before entering.