There are a few things that capture our imagination, like the cosmos. Vast, mysterious, and still largely unexplored, the universe continues to inspire photographers around the globe to point their lenses toward the skies in search of the extraordinary.
The Royal Observatory Greenwich has unveiled the shortlist for the 2025 ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition – from mesmerizing solar eruptions to celestial close-ups, the selected images showcase some of the most breathtaking phenomena our galaxy has to offer. The competition, which is supported by ZWO and held in association with BBC Sky at Night Magazine, is a prestigious award in astrophotography.
