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Silver Arc

A Galapagos shark glides through the waters off Oʻahu, Hawaii, its body forming a graceful arc against the darkness. In black and white, the photograph highlights the natural elegance of its shape, the interplay of light and shadow, and the beauty of simplicity in the wild.

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Photographer of the Year Contest

2026

Nominees

Minimalism

Professional

Silver Arc

A Galapagos shark glides through the waters off Oʻahu, Hawaii, its body forming a graceful arc against the darkness. In black and white, the photograph highlights the natural elegance of its shape, the interplay of light and shadow, and the beauty of simplicity in the wild.

About Artist

Balázs Fodor

Balázs Fodor is a Hungarian underwater and wildlife photographer based in Austin, Texas. His work explores the beauty, complexity, and extraordinary diversity of the natural world, with a particular passion for marine wildlife and the artistic possibilities of underwater photography. Through his images, Balázs aims to reveal nature as a form of fine art, using natural light, composition, and perspective to highlight the shapes, textures, and patterns that often go unnoticed. Balázs is a member of the Mexican League of Conservation Photographers and hopes to inspire a deeper appreciation for wildlife and the environments it inhabits.

Balázs Fodor

Photographic Areas of Focus

Minimalism, Underwater, Wildlife

Location

United States of America

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