The Living Lens: Botanical Views
Dunedin Botanic Garden Photo Competition
Thank you to everyone who took part in The Living Lens: Botanical Views photo competition! We had over 250 entries and were thrilled to receive so many creative and inspiring images celebrating the beauty of the Dunedin Botanic Garden.
Launched during Botanic Gardens Week (May 18–24), the competition invited photographers of all ages and experience levels to capture the magic of the garden. From vibrant plant life to fascinating wildlife, images submitted showcased the garden through fresh and unique perspectives.
Exhibition
The winning photographs will be exhibited at the Dunedin Botanic Garden Information Centre from 20 July until 31 August 2026. The exhibition offers visitors a chance to experience the garden through the eyes of our talented community of photographers. We warmly invite you to visit us and enjoy the beautiful moments captured in the garden.
We’re delighted to announce the winners and the runners-up for each category:
Flora (Plants)
Junior (10 and under)
- Winner: Reynu Sabin – Autumn Colours
- Runner-up: Lewis Wilson – Winter Flare
Youth (11–17)
- Winner: Hugo Siloy – The Three Stages of Bloom
- Runner-up: Stevie Duncan – Among the Spikes
Adult (18+)
- Winner: Kathy Richards – Helicopters
- Runner-up: Grant Reddington – Paw and Pal
Fauna (People, animals, insects…)
Junior (10 and under)
- Winner: Lucas Kingsbury – The White Duck
- Runner-up: Addison Gittoes – Dancing with Fans in the Sun
Youth (11–17)
- Winner: Mila Lou – Crested Pigeons
- Runner-up: Hugo Siloy – A Bumblebee’s Bouquet
Adult (18+)
- Winner: Gautam Pahwa – Sanctuary
- Runner-up: Kathy Richards – Piwakawaka
Staff Pick
- Winner: Jenna Hales – Autumn Dancer
Thank You!
Congratulations to all our winners and runners-up, and a big thanks to everyone who entered this year. Your enthusiasm and creativity were amazing and a wonderful celebration of our much-loved garden.
Terms & Conditions
The Living Lens: Botanical Views Photo Competition Terms and Conditions
