Punta Arenas awards marine-themed art and photography winners

In Punta Arenas, the Maritime Governorate held an awards ceremony for the “Mirada al Mar” photography and “Magallanes en Colores” painting contests. The initiatives aimed to promote marine ecosystem conservation and strengthen maritime awareness within the community.

The awards, held in conjunction with International Coastal Cleanup Day 2026 activities, recognized participants across various categories, including coastal landscapes, marine biodiversity, and the relationship between humans and the sea. Winners included Javiera Arriagada for Coastal Landscape, Carlos Barreau for Marine-Coastal Life and Biodiversity, and Javier Navarro for Human and the Sea.