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Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Our Sun Category
Mode
Online
Fee
£10
Duration
The submission period is from January to March.
About This Opportunity
The Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, organized by the Royal Museums Greenwich, is one of the world's most prestigious astrophotography contests. The 'Our Sun' category specifically invites photographers to submit images that capture the dramatic beauty and power of our closest star, including solar eclipses, transits, and detailed shots of the Sun's surface.
This competition is open to photographers worldwide aged 16 and over, attracting a global community of both amateur and professional astrophotographers. Winners receive significant cash prizes, global recognition, and have their work featured in a major exhibition at the National Maritime Museum, offering a major career milestone.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Age Range
- 16 - 25 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Age: 16 and over. Requirements: Open to amateur and professional photographers globally. Submissions must be original photographs of the Sun. Location: International (Online submission).
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Benefits
- Grand prize of £10,000 for the overall winner.
- £1,500 cash prize for the category winner.
- Global recognition as a top astrophotographer.
- Inclusion in the prestigious annual exhibition at the National Maritime Museum.
- Feature in the Astronomy Photographer of the Year publication.
- A one-year subscription to BBC Sky at Night Magazine.
Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
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