A competition to highlight the beauty of the northern coast of Mallorca
The Club Nàutic de Sóller has organized the 14th Underwater Photography Competition to remember the beauty of the northern coast of Mallorca and to highlight the importance of protecting it. This competition is an opportunity for underwater photographers to capture the diversity and richness of the seabed in the area.
Awards in three different categories
The competition has been divided into three categories in order to recognize the best works. There were two categories based on the type of camera used, reflex or compact, and another category to highlight the complaint photograph. This has allowed the participants to compete on equal terms and show their skill and creativity in different areas of underwater photography.
An intense day of underwater photography
The competition was held on the day of June 2, where the participants had the opportunity to dive together at the southern point of S’Illeta and in the area of Es Juncar. They were transported there by Soller Divers, Octopus and Barcos Azules. During this day, the photographers captured stunning images of the seabed and showed their passion for underwater photography.
The winners of the contest
In the reflex camera category, the first prize went to Toni Juan, followed by Marcos Dario in second place and Jaume Serra in third place. As for the compact camera photographs, the winner was Carlos Alberto, in second place was Alejandro Benito and Cristina Pardo took third place. The whistleblower photography award went to Sebastian Pons, who captured a shocking image that highlights the problems of overfishing.
An exhibition to show the best photographs
For the first time, the winning photographs of the competition will be part of an exhibition that can be visited at the Museum of Natural Sciences for approximately one month. This exhibition is an opportunity for the public to learn about and admire the best images captured by the participating underwater photographers.
The importance of protecting the northern coast of Mallorca
The underwater photography competition has also highlighted the problems of the Tramuntana coasts and their lack of protection. The Club Nàutic de Sóller has been calling for the creation of the S’Illeta marine reserve for 16 years to protect the environment and preserve the area’s biodiversity. Indiscriminate fishing and mass tourism have contributed to the degradation of this maritime territory, and it is necessary to take measures to reverse this situation.
The creation of the marine reserve would imply legal protection that would limit some uses, such as fishing. This would allow the recovery of marine ecosystems and favor the increase of species and the improvement of the environment. In addition, the creation of the marine reserve would be a step towards sustainable and responsible tourism, which respects and preserves the natural wealth of the Tramuntana coasts.
The importance of the Nautical Club of Sóller
The Club Nàutic de Sóller plays a fundamental role in the promotion of underwater photography and in the defense of the marine environment. Through this competition and other activities, the club seeks to raise public awareness of the importance of protecting and preserving the seabed and promoting sustainable tourism in the area.
conclusion
The 14th Underwater Photography Competition organized by Club Nàutic de Sóller has been a great success. This competition has allowed underwater photographers to show their skill and creativity in capturing the beauty of the northern coast of Mallorca. In addition, it has highlighted the importance of protecting this area and preserving its biodiversity. The Club Nàutic de Sóller continues to work to promote underwater photography and the conservation of the marine environment.
