Manx National Heritage is set to present Wildlife Photographer of the Year on tour from the Natural History Museum in London. The world-renowned exhibition is open daily at the House of Manannan between 9.30am – 4.30pm, closing on Sunday 8 October.
Laura McCoy, Curator for Natural History for Manx National Heritage said, “Wildlife Photographer of the Year offers the opportunity to discover the natural world in all its wonder and diversity through remarkable photographs illustrating the precious beauty of our planet. These spectacular images have been on tour in the UK and internationally, including in Australia, Canada, Germany, the USA, and Manx National Heritage is delighted to be sharing them on the Isle of Man in an exhibition not to be missed.”
The judges of the 58th Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition had an extremely difficult task. Every entry was judged anonymously on its creativity, originality, and technical excellence by an international panel of industry experts. The exhibition will position the photographs among short videos, quotes from judges and photographers as well as insights from scientists which invite visitors to explore how human actions continue to shape the natural world.
Dr. Doug Gurr, Director of the Natural History Museum said, “Captured by some of the best photography talent from around the world, the 100 photographs encourage curiosity, connection and wonder. These inspiring images convey human impact on the natural world in a way that words cannot – from the urgency of declining biodiversity to the inspiring bounce back of a protected species.”
Tickets for the exhibition are are on sale now, costing from £3 – £5.
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