World Shootout Launches Public Voting for the "Iconic Images of the Decades"

By Matthew Meier 02 Jun 2026 - 19:52 Photo & Video
Press Release

Voting is open to anyone with a valid Facebook account from June 1st until June 30th at 12:00 PM CET.

Received from: World Shootout

Out of tens of thousands of breathtaking masterpieces submitted over the past 20 years, an international jury has undertaken the near-impossible task of narrowing the field to the Top 20 Finalists

Now, the ultimate power shifts entirely to the public.

View & Vote: Head over to our Official Facebook Album >> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1NdUB2PMZ3/

Voting is open to anyone with a valid Facebook account from June 1st until June 30th at 12:00 PM CET.

👍 LIKE every photo that amazes or inspires you. The 5 photos with the most likes at the end will be crowned the winners!

📢 Spread the Word: Share the link on your channels, newsletters, or social media.

High Stakes and Industry Giants

The competition is heavily backed by the giants of the diving industry: Mares, SSI, Aqualung, and Apeks.

  • The Top 5 Public Finalists will each be crowned with the title of "Iconic Image" and equipped with the absolute cutting edge of diving technology: a brand-new Mares QUAD Ci dive computer.
  • The Grand Prize Winner will walk away with a staggering €5,000 cash prize.

The Road to boot Düsseldorf 2027

Once the public secures the Top 5 finalists on January 30th, 2027, the competition will reach its ultimate climax. Mr. Dusan Runjajic (Group Sales & Marketing Manager) will personally select the Grand Prize Winner from the top 5.

Let’s see who makes it to the absolute TOP! 🏆

⏳ Voting closes on June 30th. Don't miss your chance to make your voice count!

🔗 Full voting rules here: https://www.worldshootout.org/c/Historic-Moment

"This is more than a contest; it is a celebration of 20 years of underwater art, passion, and exploration," says David Pilosof, founder of the World Shootout. "We invite every diver, ocean lover, and photography enthusiast to be a part of this historic moment."