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2025 Hong Kong Ocean Star Underwater Photo Gallery Finalists Announced & Public Voting Now Open

2025-11-26

The organizer of DRT SHOW officially announces the shortlisted entries for the Ocean Star Underwater Photo Gallery – Hong Kong Exhibition, with the finalist list now published across official platforms and the public voting phase formally launched. All selected works will be showcased onsite during DRT SHOW Hong Kong 2025 and featured across official digital channels.

This year’s submissions reflect exceptional standards in visual storytelling and technical execution. The finalists represent a broad range of themes including marine biodiversity, macro perspectives, environmental narratives, and behavior documentation, demonstrating the depth and creativity of the underwater photography community across the region.

【Voting Information & Finalist Showcase】

During the voting period, the public may cast up to 20 votes per day on the official platform. The final award results will be announced during the exhibition period.

20 November – 14 December 2025
Deadline: 14 December, 4:30 PM (HKT)

【Awards & Prizes】

1st Place – Best Popularity Award (Highest Votes)

Prizes:

  1. FOTOCORE GTM Strobe (1 unit)

  2. iLab Mineral Sunscreen Lotion (1 unit)

2nd – 10th Place – Excellence Award

Prize:

  1. iLab Mineral Sunscreen Lotion (1 unit)

【Exhibition Information】

DRT SHOW Hong Kong 2025
12–14 December 2025
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), Hall 5G

The Ocean Star Underwater Photo Competition is one of the core programmes of DRT SHOW, dedicated to promoting marine imagery, supporting emerging creators, and fostering international professional exchange in underwater photography. More updates will be available on the official website, WeChat, and the DRT SHOW App.

Log in to the Diving Planet App and cast your vote today!