Our favorite reader images of the 2026 total eclipse
Credit: David Gluchowski On Aug. 12, a total solar eclipse crossed Iceland and Spain — the first time…
Photographer Captures Rare Shot of Venus and the ISS Together in One Frame
For a split-second, the ISS whizzes past Venus at an incredible speed. | Photo by AJ Smadi Photographer…
How to photograph the stars using your phone
Here are Hayati’s tips for snapping stunning starscapes with a phone, as well as some suggestions that could…
See the Finalists of the 2026 Astronomy Photographer of the Year
Aurorae. “Aurora Over Causey Reservoir © Samuel Morse” (USA).This stunning aurora shot is a straightforward single-frame image with…
On The Up: Electrician shortlisted for world’s top astrophotography award
Known as Galactic Kiwi, McKay spent the past year trying to “perfect” his new photographic niche, combining the…
Capture the Night: ProMaster’s Summer 2026 Astrophotography Guide
Summer 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible season for astrophotography. At ProMaster, we believe that the…
Webb Celebrates Fourth Year of Science By Showing Off its Cutting-Edge Cameras
To celebrate the James Webb Space Telescope’s fourth anniversary of scientific operations, NASA, ESA, and CSA have unveiled…
Photographer’s New App Takes the Guesswork Out of Milky Way Photography
Many photographers love photographing the Milky Way, but few enjoy all the hassle that comes with it. Unpredictable…
Hubble Marks 36th Anniversary with Image of Trifid Nebula
NASA celebrated Hubble’s 36th anniversary with a new image of the Trifid Nebula, a star-forming region it first…
Light Pollution Increased 16% Between 2014 and 2022, Study Finds
NASA data showing light pollution increasing over time. Humans have been observing the night sky since the ancient…
Photographer Spends Night on Freezing Mountain to Capture Rare Triple Galaxy Arch
The two arms of the Milky Way Galaxy, and Gegenschein caused by scattered sunlight. | Photo by Angel…
15 Stunning Images From the 2026 Milky Way Photographer of the Year
Travel photography blog Capture the Atlas has announced the winners of its annual Milky Way Photographer of the…