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Captivating. Luminous. Mesmerizing. The descriptors for our cosmos are boundless, and this year’s Astrophotography Prize Photographer of the Year awards exemplifies this magnificence through stunning imagery.
Phil Hart, an Australian photographer, clinched the top accolade with his remarkable photograph (shown below) capturing the 2023 solar eclipse over Exmouth, Western Australia. This image stands out as one of the highest-resolution (white light) depictions of the solar corona ever recorded, showcasing astonishing detail achieved through a combination of telescopes, video frames, and RAW exposures.
“This year’s competition showcased some of the most extraordinary astrophotography we’ve encountered,” remarked judge Dr. Tanya Hill. “Phil Hart’s work was a masterclass in skill and innovation, revealing subtle lunar features alongside the delicate streams of the solar corona.”
Category Champions:
Solar System Category
This intricate portrayal of the solar eclipse over Exmouth highlights Hart’s exceptional ability to capture details within the solar corona.
Runner-Up: Gerald Rhemann –
Comet C/2021 A1 Leonard
Rhemann’s photograph from Namibia beautifully captured the comet’s tail as it traversed through space.
Second Runner-Up: Phil Hart –
Solar Eclipse 2023
This close-up shot by Hart showcases his commitment to capturing every detail during this significant event using various telescopes and video frames.
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The article featuring these stunning visuals can be found at:
12 breathtaking images from
the 2024 Astrophotography Prize Photographer of
the Year awards.
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