Varun Aditya (

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:வரூன் ஆதித்யா born on January 19, 1991, is an Indian wildlife photographer and environmentalist. His work has garnered recognition, highlighted by his first-place achievement as the

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Nature Photographer of the Year in 2016. In addition to his photographic accomplishments, Varun Aditya engages in research about animals and nature through his photography.

Career

In 2013, following his victory in a

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, he was offered the chance to join renowned

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landscape photographer Michael Melford on a trip to Costa Rica and Panama. The year 2016 marked a significant achievement in his photographic journey when he clinched the prestigious first prize in the Animal Portraits category at the

Photographer of the Year competition. His exceptional photograph showcased a mesmerizing depiction of a green vine snake, scientifically referred to as the Asian Vine Snake. This accolade not only highlighted his remarkable skills in capturing the intricacies of wildlife but also underlined his ability to bring out the captivating essence of this unique reptilian species.. On the auspicious occasion of World Photography Day, which fell on August 19, 2019, Tim Cook, the Chief Executive Officer of

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, chose the

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platform to unveil a striking photograph to the world. The photograph, masterfully captured by the talented Varun Aditya, showcased a mesmerizing scene where majestic elephants were beautifully framed against the backdrop of a vivid double rainbow. This momentous share by Tim Cook not only celebrated the art of photography but also highlighted the captivating synergy between nature's grandeur and the skillful lens of the photographer..

Awards and recognition

2016: * The National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year award in 2016

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Aditya, Varun Living people Indian photographers Indian wildlife photographers Indian portrait photographers People from Coimbatore district Artists from Tamil Nadu 21st-century Indian photographers Indian environmentalists Photographers from Tamil Nadu 1991 births