Sacred Glow
“Sacred Glow” captures the awe of witnessing Uluṟu - the spiritual heart of Australia, at sunset, where clearing clouds and golden light transform the rock into vivid hues. For the Aṉangu people, Uluṟu is a sacred site, deeply connected to Tjukurpa, their spiritual law and creation stories. It’s more than a landmark—it’s a symbol of resilience and life. For any traveller that stands in front of Uluṟu, it represents unity and culture. It’s a moment of connection to the land, its people, and its timeless enduring spirit.
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Biography
Dave Sanderson is a wildlife and nature photographer originally from Seymour, Victoria, now based in Adelaide, South Australia. His work focuses on capturing the character and beauty of Australia’s unique wildlife and landscapes. In 2024 and 2025, he was named a finalist in the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition.
Dave’s photography aims to tell honest, powerful stories about the natural world—highlighting the wild places and creatures that make Australia special
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Awards
* The Landscape Awards 2025, Aerial Finalist.
Highly Commended - Landscape and Aerial
Commended in Seascape and Landscape.
* Australian Geographic 2025 Nature Photographer of the Year - Finalist "Our Impact" Category - South Australian Museum
* Australian Geographic Nature Photographer Exhibition Book Cover
* Australian Geographic 2024 Nature Photographer of the Year - Finalist Animals and Nature Category - South Australian Museum -
* Bridgeport Art Center, in Chicago, USA. 2023
* PhotoNorth Festival, in Leeds, United Kingdom. 2023
* PH21 Gallery, in Budapest, Hungary. 2023.
* Los Angeles Center of Photography (LACP), in Los Angeles, USA. 2020.
* Laurent Gallery, in Melbourne, Australia.
* Studio Galerie B&B, in Paris, France
* The Fridge Gallery, in Washington DC, USA. 2020.
