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Astronomy Photographer of the Year: Here are the final contenders
CNN • • science
Key Points:
- The 18th annual Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, organized by the Royal Observatory Greenwich, received nearly 4,000 submissions from 769 photographers across 66 countries, featuring images of auroras, galaxies, and the moon.
- Notable finalists include Tom Williams, who created a composite image of Mars in 2025, and Rafael Schmall, who captured a solar prominence resembling an acacia tree erupting from the sun's surface.
- Judge Greg Brown highlighted the competition's blend of technical innovation and artistic beauty, emphasizing that the images can be appreciated regardless of viewers' scientific knowledge.
- Winners will be selected in nine categories, along with two special prizes and one overall winner, with the top prize being £10,000 (about $13,300) and category winners receiving £1,500 (about $2,000).
- The winning images will be announced on September 17 and exhibited at London’s National Maritime Museum, showcasing a selection of shortlisted photographs.
