2009: Underwater Worlds
These images feature marine or freshwater life taken underwater. The judges look for unique and memorable imagery, as well as aesthetics. Supported by Project AWARE Foundation (International)
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Winner Pike reflection Michel Loup
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Runner-up The plunge diver Alexander Safonov
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Highly Commended Water baby Paul Nicklen
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Highly Commended Big-mouth Doug Perrine
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Highly Commended Goggling booby Nano Cordovilla
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Highly Commended River sparring Kevin Schafer
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Highly Commended Cuttlefish glow Christopher Guglielmo
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Highly Commended Bubble talk Paul Nicklen
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Highly Commended Curious lemon Dániel Selmeczi
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