Here are the pictures selected by the Jury for the Collection-26.
In March 2024, I embarked on a birding expedition to Rongtong forest in West Bengal, driven by a deep desire to capture the majestic Great Indian Hornbill in action. On the final day of my trip, I expressed this ambition to my guide, who skillfully navigated his car through the forest with me in tow. We arrived at a specific location within Rongtong forest, where a breathtaking sight awaited us: a gathering of 8 to 10 Great Indian Hornbills perched on a branch. As if on cue, these magnificent birds took flight, engaging in playful displays and delicate courtship rituals, heralding the imminent arrival of the breeding season. Against a backdrop of unparalleled natural beauty, I seized the opportunity to capture their grace and grandeur in motion. Armed with my trusty camera and telephoto lens, I immersed myself in the moment, each click of the shutter immortalizing the ethereal dance of these iconic avian beings.
About Photographer
I'm Tanmoy Das Karmakar from Kolkata, West Bengal. I've started my wildlife Photography from 2018. Later on I found my passion and interest in birds and wildlife photography, especially action moments. From the beginning I participated in many photography contests and exhibitions and regularly followed others photographers' work in Facebook and Instagram. Then I made a wildlife photography channel and contacted some of my photographer friends and went to various national parks, bird sanctuaries, and photography exhibitions with them. I visited many national parks and bird sanctuaries for photography. Gradually I became an expert in birds and wildlife photography and till now I'm learning photography from Google as well as many reputed photographers. I believe there is no end to learning. Till now I'm trying to improve my photography skills to better and continue pushing boundaries in the world of photography. I'm thankful to my parents for supporting me a lot in my wildlife journey.
Love in air... oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Matings. In the heart of Karnala Forest, amidst heavy torrential rains and crackling thunderstorms, we were lucky enough to witness a rare and mesmerizing courtship drama of the Oriental Draft Kingfishers. As the heavens roared, these vibrant birds danced gracefully, their love story unfolding before our eyes. Each flutter of their wings and melodic call cut through the storm, reminding us that passion often ignites in the most unexpected moments. In this fleeting encounter, we found ourselves completely captivated, forgetting the world around us as we became engrossed in their display of devotion. It’s a beautiful reminder that love persists, even in the face of adversity. Join in celebrating this extraordinary moment of connection and the magic of wildlife! ???????? #ODKFCourtship #KarnalaForest #Nature’sDrama #WildlifeEncounters
About Photographer
I am Sameer Kunden, the founder of In and Out Impression Pvt. Ltd. an entrepreneurial venture established in 2004 With a passion for media, events, and printing solutions, I have successfully served over 30+ corporate clients nationwide.
Photography Journey: My photography journey began a decade ago in 2011, starting with school friends and evolving into a lifelong passion. Wildlife and portrait photography are my preferred genres, with a special interest in capturing the diverse bird species of India. I have documented over 700+ bird species and capturing Tigers in their natural habitats.
Passion for Photography: Photography fuels my creativity and allows me to continually improve my skills. The support and appreciation from friends and family inspire me to push boundaries and explore new horizons in photography. My dedication to this art form drives me to strive for excellence with each click of the camera.
Elephant dusting during the hot summer of Jim Corbett
In the December 2023 a winter evening I waited for Tigress Boro Maa almost 4 hours. When I lose my hope then she came and sat infront of us. As a hope of light.
About Photographer
I am a nature and wildlife photographer. More specific Swamp tiger chaser. Exploring the Sundarban "The Mysterious Mangrove" is my passion. Resort owner by profession.
One Of the best evening in Jawai when you witness a family of leopards exclusive and see the sun going down before they could move to start they hunt
About Photographer
Erwin’s dedication, passion and commitment to all things wild make him one of the better naturalists in Satpura. His knack for sightings especially for big cats makes him an absolute asset to have when on safari. , Erwin has spent have spent 5 Years in Kanha National Park studying and understanding tiger behavior and now based in Satpura Tiger Reserve His passion for wildlife started early in life as he grew up in Jabalpur which is the entry point to many famous national parks like Kanha.He has been awarded the best Naturlist of the year 2023-2024 by Toft tiger It was his childhood dream to be a naturalist and expedition guide and now he has achieved what he dreamed about as a kid. Erwin spent considerable time in the wilderness ever since he was young, this brought him close to photography as well. His passion for photography enabled him to work with various filming teams in Kanha to make documentaries, this also helped him understand the flora and fauna of Central India better.
This was captured at Kumbhargaon bird santuary , Bhigwan.During sunset take off of this pair of flamingo was taken against the golden back light.
About Photographer
Eye surgeon by profession based on Kolkata ,I am purely a nature & wildlife photographer by passion. I started my photographic journey with manual SLR camera. I always try to capture moments from nature that fascinates me.
Owl Gaze Awesome flight of Jungle Owlet ,this was shot from Kannur ,Kerala
About Photographer
IT Manager by profession Wildlife Photographer by passion
Mating Moments : The blackbuck has white fur on the chin and around the eyes, which is in sharp contrast with the black stripes on the face. The coats of males show two-tone colouration; while the upper parts and outsides of the legs are dark brown to black, the underparts and the insides of the legs are all white. Darkness typically increases as the male ages; females and juveniles are yellowish fawn to tan
About Photographer
I am a person who loves to walk in nature and enjoy the every moment of nature. Nature is always ready to share with you something if you understand her.A petrochemical engineer who done his part of job for more then a decade in the field of petrochemicals and refinery now make photography as a profession for the lifetime and doing photography professional works. I select my passion as a profession.
In this striking photograph, a vivid green bird perches gracefully on a branch, caught in an "oops" moment as it drops a cluster of orange berries from its beak. The vibrant colors of the bird's plumage and the berries contrast beautifully against the soft, blurred background, creating a captivating snapshot of nature's delicate and unpredictable moments. This image perfectly captures the fleeting and charming details of wildlife.
The Princess on her Throne. - captured at Bandipur Tiger Reserve
