UDivePhotoGuide (DPG) has just announced the winners of the DPG Masters Underwater Imaging Competition 2025. The competition invited participants to submit their works in nine image categories and one video category, and more than 2,000 entries were received from underwater photographers and filmmakers worldwide.
This year’s grand winner is Yuka Takahashi, who won the Wide Angle category with her breathtaking image of two humpback whales swimming side by side in sync. Captured during a snorkeling session off the island of Moorea in French Polynesia, the winning image earns the Japanese photographer the prestigious title of « DPG Grand Master 2025 ».
The winners of the other categories are:
Sunbong Jung (Macro)
Chris Gug (Traditional)
Karyll Gonzalez (Unrestricted)
Anton Sorokin (Over-Under),
James Ferrara (Conservation),
Francesco Visintin (Cold Water),
Manuel Wüthrich (Compact),
Tom Shlesinger (Portfolio)
The first prize for the short film was awarded to Fabien Michenet.
The organizers also wish to congratulate all the gold, silver, and bronze medal winners, as well as those who received honorable mentions.
They also thank the judges who worked tirelessly this year, Nicolas Remy, Jennifer Hayes, Álvaro Herrero (Mekan), Jill Heinerth, Aaron Wong, and Kate Jonker, who privately reviewed hundreds of shortlisted photos before coming together to select the winners and finalists during a multi-hour virtual meeting. And they especially thank their generous sponsors who offered amazing prizes, including trips and equipment.
The organizers are pleased to announce that 15% of the registration proceeds will once again be donated to marine conservation initiatives.
Find the complete list of winners on the competition website: https://uwpho.to/DPGMASTERS2025