honorable mention
Amit Gandhi indiaPhoto © Amit Gandhi
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Adélie Halo
Adélie Penguins are among the most prolific jumpers in Antarctica - and I was determined to capture this shot, waiting for close to an hour in one place to get it! I was finally rewarded when this penguin landed right in the frame, unleashing a spray of water and ice particles, framing it beautifully.
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An Adélie Penguin lands on an ice float near Paulet Island, Antarctica.Adélie Penguins are among the most prolific jumpers in Antarctica - and I was determined to capture this shot, waiting for close to an hour in one place to get it! I was finally rewarded when this penguin landed right in the frame, unleashing a spray of water and ice particles, framing it beautifully.
about the photographer
I am a travel photographer based in India, with my journeys taking me around the world – from the iceberg fields of Antarctica to the bustling markets of South-East Asia. I draw inspiration from a large diversity of subjects and themes, and am constantly working my way through a long list of destinations on the lookout for the next photo opportunity!back to gallery