Date
Sunday
Jun
15

June 15

Nature Photography Day

Capture the beauty of nature! Celebrate Nature Photography Day by exploring outdoors and snapping stunning photos to share with your friends.

Yearly Date
June 15
Type
Day

Introduction

Get your camera ready to celebrate Nature Photography Day on June 15! This special day was created in 2009 by the North American Nature Photography Association to recognize and appreciate the beauty of nature through photography. It's a chance for amateur and professional photographers alike to explore their passion, hone their skills, and share their stunning photographs with friends, family, or even strangers around the world.

Nature Photography Day Timeline

1839
Birth of Photography
The invention of photography allows for the documentation of landscapes and natural elements, found in the works of pioneers like Louis Daguerre.
1868
Yellowstone Expedition
William Henry Jackson's photographs on the Yellowstone Expedition of 1869 helped establish Yellowstone as America's first national park.
1936
Adams' Iconic Click
Ansel Adams captured "Moon over Hernandez, New Mexico," one of his most iconic shots; setting a standard for nature photography.
1970
Emergence of Digital Photography
The rise of digital photography through the invention of Electronic Still Camera, allowing for more accessibility to nature photography.
2005
Inception of NANPA
Formation of the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA).
2009
First Nature Photography Day
The first ever Nature Photography Day is celebrated, pioneered by the NANPA.

How to Celebrate Nature Photography Day

1

Explore a nature park

Head to your favorite nature park and snap some photos of the wildlife, flowers, trees, and terrain. You might even stumble upon some hidden gems.

2

Visit a zoo

Take a trip to your local zoo and capture shots of the animals in their habitats. You'll come away with some amazing animal shots.

3

Go on a hike

Pack your camera and go hiking in the woods or a nearby mountain. You never know what kind of wildlife you'll come across or what kind of stunning vistas you'll find.

4

Visit a botanical garden

Botanical gardens are full of beautiful plants and flowers that make for great photo subjects. Take your time and explore the different areas of the garden.

5

Organize an outdoor photo shoot

Gather up your friends and family, pick out some props, then head out to a picturesque location for a fun outdoor photo shoot.

Why We Love Nature Photography Day

A

Capturing nature's beauty

Nature photography is a great way to capture and express the beauty of the world around us. With the right gear, you can immortalize gorgeous sunsets, stunning mountain ranges or delicate wildflowers in a single photograph.

B

Celebrating nature

Nature Photography Day is a perfect occasion to celebrate and appreciate the natural world. Whether you're taking pictures of local wildlife in your backyard or exploring more distant areas, it's a special reminder of all the incredible places that make up our planet.

C

Preserving moments

Nature photography is also an excellent way to preserve memories of cherished locations and share them with others. It gives us the opportunity to capture moments in time, immortalizing glimpses that may soon be gone forever.

Nature Photography Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Jun 14
Wednesday
2024
Jun 14
Friday
2025
Jun 14
Saturday
2026
Jun 14
Sunday
2027
Jun 14
Monday