Meet the judges
This year, the Science+Nature team is being joined by professional wildlife photographer Ellie Rothnie and wildlife activist and TV star Aneeshwar Kunchala.
Ellie Rothnie
Ellie Rothnie is a freelance wildlife photographer, tour leader and photographic guide based in the UK.
In October 2023, she was appointed as a Canon Ambassador for the Canon EMEA regions, an achievement of which she is very proud having photographed with Canon gear all her life.
She has been awarded in numerous international competitions, including three consecutive years in the Festival de l'Oiseau, Natures Best and British Wildlife Photography Awards.
Aneeshwar Kunchala
At just 11 years, Aneeshwar Kunchala is one of the world's most inspiring young voices for science and nature. His journey began at the age of four after learning about a whale that died from plastic pollution—an experience that ignited a commitment to protecting wildlife and the planet.
Today, Aneeshwar is an conservationist, science communicator, author, artist and public speaker who has inspired millions across the globe. Through award-winning documentaries, videos, articles and presentations, he transforms environmental challenges into powerful stories.
Dan Green
Editor, The Week Junior Science+Nature
Stevie Derrick
Deputy Editor, The Week Junior Science+Nature
Phil Allardice
Designer, The Week Junior Science+Nature
Emma Davies
Picture Editor, The Week Junior Science+Nature
What are the judges looking for?
The judges are looking for well-composed, colourful and creative images that show beauty in nature. Here are a few pointers to help you:
- Keep in mind that the winning photo will go on the front cover. Your pictures MUST be bright, dynamic and interesting – and be in focus. Think about how your subject will fill the space on the front cover. Look at some past covers of Science+Nature for inspiration.
- What will make someone think “WOW – that looks amazing!” when they see the cover? We are keen to see unusual and eye-catching subjects – a close-up of a brightly coloured bug, for example. Keep it colourful, with bold contrasts, interesting natural patterns, shapes and textures.
- Think about composition – how the subject is placed in the frame. Try to avoid too much clutter in the background.
- A brilliant cover image can be ruined by being poor quality. Take pictures in the highest quality setting for your phone or camera. Make sure you send us a high-resolution image.
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