The first edition of the Algae Picture Contest has officially concluded, and the results are truly inspiring. Organised to celebrate the beauty and diversity of algae, the contest drew remarkable interest from around the globe, highlighting the growing enthusiasm for both microalgae and macroalgae photography.
🌍 Global Reach and Enthusiastic Participation
In total, 126 photos were submitted across the contest’s three categories:
Microalgae: 69 entries
Macroalgae: 49 entries
Consumers: 8 entries
The submissions came from 21 countries, showcasing algae through a wide variety of lenses and perspectives:
10 European countries: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland
11 Non-European countries: Australia, Brazil, Chile (Chilean Patagonia), India, Indonesia, Israel, Malaysia, Mexico, South Africa, Tunisia, and Turkey
🌱 A Contest to Remember
The contest not only succeeded in uniting algae enthusiasts worldwide but also raised awareness of the visual richness and scientific importance of algae in ecosystems, industry, and daily life.
Organisers expressed their joy:
“We are beyond happiness to see the engagement from across continents. The quality and creativity in these submissions are outstanding — the jury will face quite the challenge ahead!”
🏆 What Happens Next?
Participants and followers won’t have to wait long. The top entries in each category will be:
Exhibited at AlgaEurope 2025: The top 10 photos per category will be featured during the event.
Awarded: One winner per category will receive a free ticket to attend AlgaEurope 2025, where the official award ceremony will take place.
📸 Thank You to All Participants
This first Algae Picture Contest set a high bar — not just in terms of photographic quality, but also in the global spirit it fostered. Whether through a microscope lens or coastal snapshot, each submission told a unique story of our blue-green world.
The countdown to AlgaEurope 2025 begins now. Stay tuned for the winners — and prepare to be amazed.
