Pasan Nanayakkara
The Maasai Mara Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2022 contest has produced some truly incredible winning images. In this blog post, we will showcase 10 of the most impressive photographs taken during the competition. From lion cubs and giraffes to serval cats and elephants, these images capture the beauty and majesty of Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve.
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#1 The first image on our list is “The Probing Eyes” by Ashish Ranjan from the UAE
The first image on our list is “The Probing Eyes” by Ashish Ranjan from the UAE, a finalist in the contest. This powerful photograph captures the moment a lion cub looks up at its mother with anticipation as she approaches. Ashish expertly focuses on the cub’s eye, creating a sense of intimacy and connection between the two animals.
#2 Next, we have “Droplets” by Andrew Liu from the USA
Next, we have “Droplets” by Andrew Liu from the USA, another finalist in the contest. This photograph showcases the beauty of a lion’s mane as it drinks from a puddle, the water droplets creating a stunning effect.
#3 The winner of the Maasai Mara Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2022
This photograph captures the moment a group of oxpeckers appear to sing “Hallelujah” as they perch on a giraffe’s back. The playful nature of the giraffe calf, combined with the serene presence of the oxpeckers, make for a truly unique and captivating image.
#4 Other notable photographs from the contest include “Leaning Towers” by Abderazak Tissoukai from the UAE
Other notable photographs from the contest include “Leaning Towers” by Abderazak Tissoukai from the UAE, which shows two giraffes affectionately necking.
#5 “Stretch” by Kunal D Shah from Kenya, featuring a lioness stretching after a hunt.
#6 “Glowing Serval” by Vrinda Bhatnagar from India showcases the beauty of a serval cat as it stands triumphantly after catching its prey.
#7 “Inseparable” by Andrew Liu captures the bond between two lion cubs as they explore their surroundings.
#8 “Little Mush” by Vicki Jauron from the USA is a heartwarming photograph of a lioness and her cubs.”
#9 “Danger out of Dawn” by Silka Hullmann
“Danger out of Dawn” by Silka Hullmann is a stunning photograph that captures the beauty and danger of the African savannah. The photograph was taken during an early morning safari along the Mara River, where the photographer encountered a group of lionesses hunting for prey.
#10 “Sunrise Crossing” by Charlie Wemyss-Dunn
“Sunrise Crossing” by Charlie Wemyss-Dunn is a finalist photograph capturing the epic moment of a massive herd of wildebeest crossing the river at the Miti Moja point. The photograph showcases the beauty of nature with the red glow of a perfect sunrise piercing the sky, as the wildebeest rush down the bank.
Overall, the Maasai Mara Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2022 contest has produced some truly remarkable images that showcase the beauty and diversity of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. These photographs are a testament to the talents of the photographers and the wonders of the natural world.
