2025 Marlin Photo of the Year Contest - Best Marlin Photography

First Round of Voting: October 6-12, 2025
Final Round of Voting: October 13-19, 2025

Congratulations to the Top 2 Photographers in the Marlin Category! Vote for your favorite shot in the final round of voting to select the Marlin Photo of the Year that will be featured in the Marlin Special Annual Issue. The grand prize winning photographer will also receive an all-inclusive trip to Crocodile Bay Resort & Marina in Costa Rica (airfare not included).

John-Austin Gallardo - Insta: @multimediadeckhand

John-Austin Gallardo, Marlin Finalist

Shaun Ruge - Insta: @Eidolon.fish

Shaun Ruge, Marlin Finalist

How to Vote & Ground Rules

Select your favorite photo and enter your email to vote. A valid email address is required. Automated “bot” voting will result in permanent disqualification from the tournament. By voting you agree to receive communications from Marlin and you consent to our Privacy and Data Policies. You may opt out of email messages / withdraw consent at any time.

Photo of the Year Categories

Boat Photo of the Year

Marlin Photo of the Year

Sailfish & Billfish Photo of the Year

Lifestyle Photo of the Year