Jupiter with Io and Ganymede, September 2010 © Damian Peach (UK)
THE ROYAL Observatory in Greenwich has started its annual search for the astronomy photographer of the year.
A top prize of £1,500 is on offer for the overall winner with smaller prizes available to individual category winners.
Entries close on June 29th and winning entries will be exhibited at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich Park. Last year’s winners, including the overall winner by Damian Peach of Jupiter and two of its moons, (shown above) are currently on display.
Dr Marek Kukula, Public Astronomer at the Royal Observatory Greenwich and judge in the competition said: “Astronomy is becoming increasingly popular with the public which is reflected in the big rise in entries we saw in 2011. Every year the competition has brought new surprises, I love the fact that we receive entries from people all around the world and from complete beginners as well as seasoned experts. All the judges are excited about what we’re going to see this time around.”
Click here to find out how to enter
The observatory, now under the new Royal Museums Greenwich umbrella, is also running an astrophotography course for beginners during February and March.