The Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea photography competition run by the South Australian Museum aims to raise public awareness and importance of conservation of the bioregion’s unique natural heritage.

It draws photographers from all over the world who strive to capture its beauty and diversity.

Andrew Halsall is among 10 finalists in the category Wilderness Landscapes and is the running to win the $5,000 prize for his a picture of icebergs taken around Pleneau Island in Antarctica.

“This area around the island was like an iceberg graveyard,” Mr Halsall said.

“As we cruised around in zodiacs, I was amazed at the many varied formations of the icebergs.”

Benjamin Halsall was selected as one of eight finalists for photographers under 18 for his entry of a bee in mid-flight and is in the running to win a $300 prize.

“After about a week and a few hundred shots, I finally got a bee next to the lavender.”

Both father and son will have their photographs appearing in the 72-page ANZANG Photography Book which complements the exhibition.

The winners will be announced on October 1.