2025 Marlin Photo of the Year Contest - Best Lifestyle Photography

Congratulations to the Top 2 Photographers in the Lifestyle 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).

Evan Thomas - Insta: @bluewaterpursuitsmedia

Evan Thomas, Lifestyle Finalist

Taylor Bakke - Insta: @alwaysbentfishingoc

Taylor Bakke, Lifestyle 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