26th Annual California Ocean & Coastal Amateur Photography Contest

Sep

Ready to participate? Here’s what to do:

1. Take pictures that feature any of the following subjects:

  • The scenic coast and Pacific Ocean off California
  • People of the California coast (just like YOU!)
  • California ocean and coastal wildlife (native species)

2. Read the Contest Rules and Guidelines – yes, kids can enter!

3. Submit your photos before 5:00pm, September 30, 2025.

The contest is free and open to all amateur photographers – even kids! Contest prize packages have been generously donated. Check out the prizes and sponsors. For more information or questions about entries, contact Lauren.Dung@coastal.ca.gov.

Featured artwork is Child’s Play by Nicholas Paoni, one of the 2024 contest winners.