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Canon Ambassador

Prelena is a South African- born Indian, wildlife photographer whose fascination with Nature
started at a very young age. It was only in her late 20’s that she discovered the magic of the
wild when she had her first encounter with an elephant. Since then she has travelled widely
to follow her passion while holding down a corporate job.

Her interest in photography was sparked a few years ago and her work has been recognized
on global platforms. She has been placed and won several competitions both locally and
internationally, including the prestigious:

  • Smithsonian.com competition in 2016- Nature category winner
  • Art4Apes conservation photography winner – 2016,2018,2019,2020, 2021 (2 nd & 3 rd ) 2022 (2 nd )
  • Siena - remarkable artwork award 2016 , finalist 2018,2020
  • Nature's Best Photography Africa 2016 - Macro second runner up
  • Denver Audubon 2016- first and second
  • TIFA – 2018 Bronze winner
  • MIFA – 2019 4 wins
  • Golden Turtle – Bronze winner 2021
  • Natures Best Photography Mkapa Awards 2022 – Creative category winner