We are thrilled to announce that, following the immense success of the 2023 Astrophotography Prize categories, we are elevating the event to new heights! The 2024 Astrophotography Prize will now be its own dedicated event, taking place over two days on the 13th and 14th of September, 2024.
This exciting event will feature live judging and keynote presentations centred around our main categories: Deep Space, Solar System, and Astro Landscape. To ensure maximum accessibility for enthusiasts worldwide, the event will be both live-streamed and recorded.
If you missed out on the 2023 Astro Category judging you can check it out on the YouTube links below to discover why entering the 2024 Astrophotography Prize is a unique and not to be missed experience.
In 2023, Award-winning astrophotographers and AusPrize specialist astro judges “Strongman” Mike Sidonio, Dr. Tanya Hill, Marcel Drechsler, Diego Colonnello, Ari Rex, and Andy Campbell (Chair), scored and give live feedback on the top 25 entries from each category.
Our experienced judges also highlighted the judging criteria and offered practical advice to improve your astrophotography skills.
Watch now to gain valuable insights into entering the Astrophotography Prize 2024.
With over 100 APODs (NASA: Astronomy Photo of the Day) between them, the Astrophotography Prize has assembled an amazing powerhouse judging team of world-renowned and highly awarded specialist Astrophotographers .
Damian Peach (UK)
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Christopher Go (Phillipines)
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Marcel Drechsler (Germany)
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Wolfgang Promper (Austria)
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Dr. Tanya Hill (Australia)
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Diego Colonnello (Australia)
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Marco Lorenzi (Singapore)
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Bray Falls (USA)
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Rogelio Bernal Andreo (USA)
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Ari Rex (Australia)
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Peter Eastway (Australia)
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Andy Campbell (Australia: Judge Chair)
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