The inaugural Ocean Photography Awards have drawn some pretty amazing entries. Focusing on conservation, adventures and exploration, the finalists are truly astounding.

Photography: Celia Kujala

Photography: Grant Thomas

Photography: Sean Scott

Photography: Jono Allen

Photography: Olle Nordell

Photography: Karim Iliya

Photography: Henley Spiers

Photography: Martin Berg

Photography: Grant Thomas

Photography: Florian Ledoux

Photography: Shane Gross

Photography: Florian Ledoux

Photography: Matt Sharp

Photography: Maxwel Hohn

Photography: Tobias Baumgaertner

Photography: Nadia Aly

Photography: Sirachai Arunrugstichai

Photography: Laamu Atoll