Brazilian photographer Marcia Riederer captured striking photographs of a dwarf minke whale in Australia's Great Barrier Reef and was named best fine art photographer at the Ocean Photographer of the Year awards.

Great Barrier Reef, Australia; London

Who

Marcia Riederer, Laurent Ballesta, Alastair Birtles

What

When

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:00:51 GMT · 4h 19m ago

Where

Great Barrier Reef, Australia; London ·

Why

Riederer had a life-changing experience making eye contact with a whale, capturing its elegance and curiosity, which led to her award-winning photograph.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

Riederer's award-winning photographs highlight the beauty and mystery of dwarf minke whales, raising awareness and aiding scientific research into this elusive species in the Great Barrier Reef. Her work contributes to understanding these creatures and inspiring conservation efforts.

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