100 for the Ocean Print Fundraiser is Back to Save Our Seas
Founded by renowned photographers Paul Nicklen, Cristina Mittermeier and Chase Teron, "100 for the Ocean" brings together 100 distinguished photographers and artists, each chosen for their exceptional talent and commitment to conservation. From June 1-30, 2024, this special event offers a chance to purchase limited edition prints at a not-to-be-missed price, with all net profits going towards ocean conservation efforts.
Only 100 of each image will be printed with prices starting at just $100. Furthermore, everyone registering to download the 2024 100 for the Ocean catalogue will automatically be entered into a prize draw to win one of ten prints.
Back for the second year, the initiative features an impressive array of photographers from over 15 countries, including Paul Nicklen, Cristina Mittermeier, Steve McCurry, Jimmy Chin, Bertie Gregory, Michael Yamishita, Chris Burkard, Robert Irwin, Pete Souza, Brooke Shaden, Rachel Bigsby and Art Wolfe, to mention just a few.
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The primary goal of 100 for the Ocean is to support crucial ocean conservation work and amplify the voices of those dedicated to protecting marine environments. All the net proceeds will benefit three underfunded and often overlooked ocean-focused non-profit organisations. These organisations will also receive media and production support from SeaLegacy, known for its expertise in creating impactful conservation stories that reach a global audience.
Title: Peekaboo
Photographer: Cristina Mittermeier
Location and Year: British Columbia, Canada, 2019
Caption: There are moments like this when I simply happen to be in the right place at the right time, my eye trained on the tiny signals of life stirring beneath the surface. I waited until one of the orcas we had been watching rose from the water to peek at our boat just as a gull was swooping down from the skies. For a split second, it was like all the forces of nature conspired for the perfect composition.
Title: Serenity
Photographer: Jenni Teron
Location and Year: Northern Norway, 2018
Caption: In the serene depths of northern Norway's waters, amidst the hushed tranquility of the ocean floor, a female orca gracefully navigates through the stillness, her sleek form cutting through the tranquil waters as she tracks the annual herring migration. This moment of silent beauty encapsulates the profound connection between predator and prey in the underwater realm.
Beneficiaries for 2024
The following three organisations were chosen based on the impact and integrity of their work, the potential for greater impact through the campaign and the ability to tell their stories effectively through images. Geographic location and the potential for storytelling were also key considerations.
1. Coral Gardeners
Coral Gardeners takes the lead in coral restoration in a time when we are facing significant threats to coral reefs worldwide. Their efforts align with SeaLegacy’s mission to restore damaged habitats, focusing on areas like French Polynesia and the Pacific.
2. Young Ocean Explorers
Based in New Zealand, Young Ocean Explorers inspires young people to protect marine environments. Their goal is to establish Marine Protected Areas, contributing to SeaLegacy’s broader aim of protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030.
3. Oceans Initiative
Operating in the Pacific Northwest, Oceans Initiative conducts vital research on the various threats facing the Salish Sea, such as logging, mining, and industrial fishing. Their work highlights the challenges and seeks solutions to protect endangered species and ecosystems, like the Southern Resident Killer whales and kelp forests.
Title: Brotherhood
Photographer: Daisy Gilardini
Location and Year: Wapuks NP, Manitoba, Canada, 2017
Caption: The bond between mother and offspring, and between sibling and sibling, is very strong. It's the only social structure among normally solitary polar bears to be recognized and identified by scientists. Playing, chasing, wrestling, fighting, cuddling and napping together are all part of daily life for a young bear. The cubs engage in fun and games that prepare them for their roles in life later on. Once weaned the siblings will stick together for a while hunting and playing.
Mothers are extremely patient with their cub allowing them to bite, jump and pirouetting all oven and around her.
Sustainable Printing Practices
The prints for 100 for the Ocean are produced and shipped from Canada in collaboration with Tricera Print, which prioritises environmental sustainability. To minimise their ecological footprint, they use 100% cotton-based fine art papers and aqueous pigmented inks, along with biodegradable wrapping and recycled shipping materials.
About SeaLegacy
SeaLegacy was founded by Cristina Mittermeier, Paul Nicklen, and Andy Mann, and it's been a leading force in ocean conservation for over a decade. Partnering with storytellers, scientists, policymakers, and non-profits worldwide, SeaLegacy creates and shares high-impact media to support ocean conservation campaigns, reaching millions through its extensive network.
Cristina Mittermeier said, "This initiative makes ocean conservation accessible, starting conversations and connecting people to the stories of our planet, creating a lasting impact."
The 100 for the Ocean 2024 catalogue is available to download and browse now,, but the sale starts on June 1st and ends on June 30th, 2024. Once the 100 images are gone, they're gone, so don't delay ordering your favourites.
For more information and to purchase prints, visit www.100fortheOcean.com.
