Grab your camera and capture the great outdoors on June 15th for Nature Photography Day.
What started in 2006 as a new idea has since become an annual celebration of nature photographers across the globe. The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) designated June 15th as Nature Photography Day, a day to explore the natural world with your camera.
Learn about nature photography
NANPA has a large collection of photography tips and techniques, covering nature photography in urban and wilderness areas. They cover everything from the technical aspects (like lenses and neutral density filters) to the subtleties and art of photo styling.
Explore the world around you!
Discover nature on foot or by bicycle and set aside some time this June 15th to go on an exploratory hike or bike ride and stop to notice your surroundings. If you are stuck working all day, pack a lunch to-go and take a walk outside. Raining? Don’t worry, bring an umbrella! Don’t have a sitter for the kids? No problem, bring them along!
Share your photos on Nature Photography Day
Share your photographs with others! Instagram is a great place to do this. Just add the hashtag #NaturePhotographyDay to your post. If you do this yearly, you can add another hashtag with the year. Ex: #NationalPhotographyDay2023.
If you are a member of the NANPA or thinking of becoming one, check out their Nature Photography Day event for members.
Inspire others
Your photos inspire others. Use your photographs to encourage others to think about the affect that humans and development have on nature. Nature photography has the power to spark conservation efforts and rekindle an appreciation for our earth.
Want to sell your nature photography?
If taking photos is more than a hobby, consider selling your nature photos. It’s a great way to get your name out there, make some extra income, and share your passion with your community—or the world!