Retired photographer, 72, wins gold for giraffe drinking picture
In short
- The photograph Water Ballet shows a giraffe drinking water in Botswana, with sunlight on the water's surface.
- Chandrasekar, 72, has photographed wildlife since retiring in 2019.
- Her work won a gold award at the 2026 World Nature Photography Awards.
Why the Good News Desk likes this one
The award recognises a single image made with patience and skill in the field. Chandrasekar started photography after retiring in 2019 and now uses her work to promote conservation. The prize puts a Botswana giraffe in front of a wide audience.
From Times of India
Vaidehi Chandrasekar captured a stunning photograph titled 'Water Ballet,' showcasing a giraffe gracefully drinking water in Botswana. The imagery beautifully illustrates the giraffe's fluid movements, enhanced by the shimmering sunlight on the water's surface. Since retiring in 2019, Chandrasekar has dedicated her passion to wildlife photography, striving to promote conservation efforts through her award-winning work, including a prestigious gold award at the 2026 World Nature Photography Awards.
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A lady named Vaidehi took a photo of a giraffe. The giraffe was drinking water in Botswana. Her photo won a gold prize in a big nature photo contest. Talk about it: what animal would you most like to photograph, and why?
