Our Frame the Wild, Win the Prize! photo competition has concluded, and we are thrilled to announce the winners, who captured nature’s beauty in breathtaking ways.
With the theme of showcasing the wild in its purest form, your submissions highlighted stunning landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and powerful natural moments. Every photo was a testament to your talent and love for the wild, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the overwhelming response.
Photographer: Anroux Van Zyl ,Pretoria
Title of the photo: Untouched Nature
Camera Type: Nikon d3100
The beauty of the water falling creates beautiful art like brush strokes creating the feeling of cleansing and peace in nature.
Prize: R4000 Cash Prize
Special prize: The 1st place winner also receives a weekend away in a cozy self-catering cottage for 6 in the beautiful bushveld at the serene Waterberg Hideaway, adjacent to Marakele National Park, Limpopo. This prize includes a one day entry to the park for 6 people.
(excluding vehicle permits)
Photographer: Steve Haley, UK
Title of the photo: Tails of Two Worlds
Camera Type: Nikon D5600
Tell us more about the photo: Image taken in Kruger National Park. A rare encounter alone with cheetah siblings at dawn and to glimpse into their fragile existence as our two worlds came together for a brief moment, was like a dream.
Prize: R2000 Cash Prize
Photographer: Nadine Leonard, Port Elizabeth – South Africa
Title of the photo: Meerkat Mom and babies
Camera Type: Canon 800d – sigma 150-600mm
Tell us more about the photo: This photo was taken at Mountain Zebra National Park. The mother meerkat was on the lookout for predators when three of her very tiny babies appeared. They were looking to drink milk with watery eyes.
Prize: R1000 Cash Prize
Honorable Mentions
While we could only select a few winners, we want to highlight these exceptional entries that captured our attention:
Thank You for Framing the Wild with Us
A huge thank you to everyone who participated! Your photos brought the theme to life and reminded us of the incredible beauty and diversity of our natural world.
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