Underwater Photography Guide is excited to announce that its 14th annual Ocean Art photo competition is now accepting entries.
The Ocean Art Underwater Photography Competition is one of the world's most prestigious and endowed contests. The competition attracts photographers of every level from amateur to professional. With fourteen categories there are a variety of techniques represented and Ocean Art ensures all photo styles compete fairly.
This year Ocean Art is giving away over US$60,000 worth of prizes including a variety of underwater photography gear (including an Ikelite DS232 Strobe), liveaboard and other dive trips, gift certificates, and much more.
Submit Your Photos
All photos must be submitted before 23:59 PST on December 11, 2025 to be considered. Visit www.uwphotographyguide.com/ocean-art to submit your photos today.
Need Some Guidance?
Ikelite's multi-award-winning Ambassadors have provided some great advice for entering photo competitions. Use these tips to help guide the way:
- Photo Contest Tips From a 100x Winner
- Tips on Entering a Photo Contest
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Entering a Photo Contest with a Winner's Mindset

Ocean Art Underwater Photograpy Competition is brought to you by Underwater Photography Guide, a trusted resource for underwater photographers and divers. For more information visit the Underwater Photography Guide website.