Astronomy Photographer of the Year is the largest international competition of its kind.
Every year we showcase the best space photography from a global community of astrophotographers.
The competition is open to all. An expert panel of judges will then select the best images from each category and together decide on the winning images.
These winning and shortlisted photos then go on display at the National Maritime Museum in our dedicated photography gallery space.
About the competition
Winners' stories
Learn more about the entrants, their journey into astrophotography and their spellbinding images.
Andromeda, Unexpected
How three amateur astronomers and astrophotographers changed our view of the Universe
Behind the lens with Monika Deviat
Dancer, educator, heavy metal fan and astrophotographer, discover more about the Aurorae winner of Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2023
'To the ends of the Earth': an astrophotographer's hunt for a clear night sky
How far would you travel for a clear night sky? Derek Horlock's passion for astrophotography takes him all around the world
Seeing the sound of a black hole: the story of Black Echo
How do you picture something that is invisible and inaudible to humans? Artist and photographer John White has the answer
The making of SunSelfie
Learn how Wioletta Katarzyna Kulig made her self-portrait print of the Sun, shortlisted in 2023's Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition
Astronomy Photographer of the Year 15: In conversation with entrants and winners
Listen to interviews with shortlisted and winning entrants from the 2023 competition
Top 10 astrophotography tips
Astrophotographers share their tips and tricks for taking the perfect astronomy photo.
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Main image: Serpentine © Paul Haworth – Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024
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