Nature Photo Contest

Each year, photographers in the area are invited to focus their lenses on nature, showcasing the awe-inspiring and diverse natural world around us. Be inspired by the great outdoors, and submit the photos you capture.

2025 Contest Details

The Chandler Nature Photo Contest will begin on February 3, 2025, and close on March 7 at 11:59 p.m.

This year's contest focuses on "the natural world" of Arizona. Photographers may submit one (1) photograph in to the contest. The photo must be submitted into one of the categories below:

1. Young Nature Photographers - must be between the ages of 8 and 18.

2. Wildlife - capture photos of animals in their wild environment including birds, mammals, fish, insects, and more. Photos of animals in captivity are not accepted.

3. Trails/Landscapes - mountains, rivers, desert - as far as your lens can see!

4. Desert Life/Plant/Flora - the desert is full of vibrant plants and flowers to capture.

5. Macro Photography - extreme close-up photography of small things such as bugs and flowers.

Nature Photo Contest Timeline and Guidelines

Photograph Submission Period: February 3, 2025, to March 7, 2025
In-Person Voting at Chandler Nature Center: March 17, 2025, to May 31, 2025 (voting available only at the Chandler Nature Center, free admission). Each visitor is allowed to vote once.
Nature Photo Contest Winners Announced: June 2, 2025
Photography Pick-up: June 9 to June 13, 2025
Entry into the photo contest is free. Photographers may choose one category for their photo.
Please contact the Chandler Nature Center with any questions at 480-782-2890.