We’re back and ready for even more action with a new edition of Red Bull Illume Image Quest! The contest returns in 2021 for its sixth edition with submissions open from March 01, to July 31, 2021, and is free to enter on redbullillume.comfor everyone that has a passion for sharing moments that inspire the world. No matter if taken by a professional or amateur - we want to see all the stunning adventure and action sports images out there.

Image © Nils Ohlendorf / Red Bull Illume

Make sure to take note of all the important dates above and put them in your calendar so you're prepared for Red Bull Illume 2021!

There will once again be 10 categories to enter, which will be announced very soon! Keep an eye out for the announcement as there are sure to be some new ones that will spark your imagination.

There are so many epic reasons to enter - not only will you take home the grand title of being an official Red Bull Illume Winner, but also be crowned at the Winner Award Ceremony and receive amazing photographic prizes.

Hit the link below for more details and check out all of the important dates!

It’s the color of extremes, of passion and adventure and these stunning images are a true testament to that! The red colored garments of the athletes make the action in each image stand out even more. Check out the gallery, and who knows, maybe you even get some inspiration for the new year!

Image © Jeremy Bernard / Red Bull Illume

Red Bull Illume semi-finalist Grant Gunderson is one of the world's best-known action photographers and has been shooting outdoor adventures for over 20 years now. His number one sport is skiing and so he follows the snow around the world, from his hometown Bellingham in Washington all the way to Japan, there's almost no ski resort he hasn't photographed in.

Grant shares some of his most epic images he took over the years and talks us through the story behind each shot.

Image © Grant Gunderson