Captured in Indonesia on a 10-year-old DSLR camera, this colorful underwater macro photo wins a top prize
The photographer used a decade-old DSLR to capture a tiny clownfish "nestling among the bulbous tentacles of its anemone"
A vibrant underwater photograph of a clownfish amid its anemone's tentacles, captured in Lembeh, Indonesia, has won a top honor at the 2026 British Photography Awards. The image, titled "A World in the Palm of My Hand," was awarded in the Water Life category by the prestigious competition. Photographer Nur Tucker utilized a 10-year-old DSLR camera with a 105mm macro lens, a Subak Housing, and two Inon Z240 strobes to illuminate the scene.
Tucker shared that the entire miniature landscape could fit within the palm of one's hand, yet revealed a rich tapestry of color, pattern, and texture. She aimed to remove any perception of scale, highlighting the intricate beauty and complexity within mere centimeters of the ocean. Tucker's fascination with the contrast between the vivid fish and repeating forms of the anemone led her to capture this extraordinary detail.
The British Photography Awards, which celebrates outstanding photographic talent from the UK and worldwide, praised Tucker's work, showcasing exceptional visual storytelling.
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