Wildlife photography exhibition roars into Edinburgh – Sponsored

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Shashwat Harish © A leopard walks across a jungle river via fallen log. It is a stunning creature.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year  is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases some of the best photography talent from around the world.

On loan from the Natural History Museum in London, the world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition makes its way to the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh this spring. See some of the world’s most captivating photographs now through May 6, 2024, with the exhibition open daily 10am to 5pm (last entry at 4pm).

Award-winning images that will take your breath away

Woman visiting gallery is looking at the images. She is wearing a green striped jumper and glasses and is looking at a picture of birds in flight.

Caption: Photo by Ruth Armstrong.

First launched in 1965, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition is an international call for photographers, both budding and professional, to capture unforgettable snapshots of nature.

Today, the competition receives entries from 95 countries all over the world, highlighting its enduring appeal. In fact, this year’s competition garnered almost 50,000 entries from photographers of all ages and experience levels. The submissions were judged by an international panel at the Natural History Museum in London with their decisions based on creativity, originality and technical excellence.

And now with the support of players of People’s Postcode Lottery, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition makes its way from London to Edinburgh’s National Museum of Scotland.

Photography holds a unique emotive power to engage and inspire audiences. Images from this year’s competition not only feature incredible shots of animals, but also shine a light on stories and species around the world to encourage a future of advocating for the planet.

Take a sneak peek of some of this year’s winners

An image of leopards perched on a fallen tree. The mother leopard is defending her two cubs against a bison. The image is striking and dramatic.

Photo by Olivier Gonnet.

An aerial shot of coral reef and sea creatures with a tiny orange fish almost blending in to the coral. The coral is bright orange against a turquoise backdrop with tiny white sea stars around.

Photo by Alex Mustard.

Two antelopes are on a clifftop in a canyon. It is sunset / dusk. The antelopes are playing. One is jumping up. They have impressive horns.

Photo by Amit Eshel.

Don’t miss these other events at the National Museum of Scotland spring 2024

In Conversation: Rachel Bigsby on Saturday March 9, 2-3pm

In celebration of International Women’s Day, don’t miss an enthralling talk with award-winning photographer Rachel Bigsby, whose image ‘The Art of Seduction’ features in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. Rachel will share her passion for the natural world and discuss her career in wildlife photography and broadcasting. The event will be introduced with a poetry reading from Scotland’s National Poet, Makar Kathleen Jamie.

Tickets are £10 for adults, concessions available.

Learn more about In Conversation: Rachel Bigsby and book tickets.

Behind the Lens: Doug Allan on Saturday April 27, 2-3pm

Doug Allan has spent the last 40 years at the frontiers of climate breakdown as a photographer, filmmaker, diver and author. Hear as he reflects on his career and shares personal insights into the impact of climate change.

Tickets are £10 for adults, concessions available.

Learn more about Behind the Lens: Doug Allan and book tickets.

Accessible Events

The museum will host a series of accessible events throughout the exhibition run, including audio-described and BSL tours, relaxed mornings and a relaxed evening providing a unique opportunity to take in the beauty of the exhibition in a more tranquil environment.

The exhibition is on now until May 6, 2024, and open daily 10am to 5pm (last entry at 4pm). Find out more about the exhibition and events at the National Museum of Scotland.