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In a very close contest, congratulations to the Australian Photographic Prize, Astrophotography Competition winners!  Astro Landscape: Tristian McDonald"Double Helix" Tristian provided the following information about his image. After the main Aurora display died down, I was amazed to see this S.T.E.V.E appear in the East and travel directly overhead to the West. Seven image Vertorama of this incredible phenomenon.; 15sec - ISO4000 - f2.8 - 24mm; Nikon D750; Tamron 24-70mm; Nugget Point Lighthouse; 24 - 04 - 2023 Astro Deep Space: Steeve Body"Gabriella and the Cosmic Inferno" Steeve provided the following information about his image. This 2-panel mosaic is an endeavour to showcase the breathtaking intricacies of the Carina Nebula, paired with the captivating aspects of NGC 3324. The Carina Nebula, a Southern Hemisphere exclusive and the brightest nebula in the sky takes a proud stand on the right side of this image. Its core bristles with mesmerising phenomena, from towering dust pillars to compact globules and objects that have achieved fame through the Hubble Telescope's lens. This two-frame mosaic taken from Bentleigh, Victoria, features a panoramic view of some of the most significant features of the night sky's brightest nebula.; Ha 40x600, Oiii 40x600, Sii 40x600, RGB 40x45s each; 1600mm Pro SHO 3nm Antlia Filters RGB Pro Filters; Askar 107 PHQ; Bentleigh, Victoria; 1 Apr 2023 2 Apr 2023 3 Apr 2023 15 Apr 2023; The organizers and I would sincerely like to thank all the entrants who supported this competition.  The (unedited) replay of the live judging can be viewed here ... https://www.youtube....h?v=R7Gnr9-BytwRequested written feedbacks and scores are now available for all entrants by logging in to the APP entry portal. The online judges worked hard to make these educational, and I hope that all entrants gain some benefit from their experience and observations, regardless of what their images have scored.  https://awards.australianphotographi....au/auth/login The image galleries are also posted; finalists with scores of 90+ are displayed when selected, as are semi-finalists 80-89, and commended 75-79. https://winners.australianphotograph...68884d4a92c9af Of course, expressing disappointment when expectations are unfulfilled is human nature, but constructive criticism and suggestions for the APP are most welcome.  The organizers are listening, appreciate your support and intend to make what became Australia's most popular Astrophotography comp an even better event next year.  There can only be one winner for each category, but hopefully, the online judging, live debates and written feedback will be a useful resource to help all the entrants wherever they are on their astrophotography journey! There were 433 entries - 263 in Deep Space and 170 in Astro Landscape. Images were received from 14 countries over 5 continents, including the USA, UK, Germany, Estonia, France, Austria, Sweden, Romania, India, Pakistan, Chile, New Zealand & Australia! The top 25 images of each category averaging just over 85/100 in online judging, were rejudged by the APP panel in front of a live audience and broadcast in real-time on YouTube. This was watched closely by entrants across the globe, a worldwide first for an Astrophotography competition! While not without its technical challenges, this proved to be both educational & entertaining! Special thanks to the competition sponsor, Sidereal Trading and William Optics, for the generous prizes - a WO Redcat 51 telescope for each category winner. Huge thanks to the live judging panel - Dr. Tanya Hill, PhD Astronomy BSc (Hons) Physics, "Strongman" Mike Sidonio (Act), Diego Colonello (Vic) Ari Rex (Act), Tim Moon (NSW) and Grand Master Photographers Paul Hoelen (Tas) and Peter Eastway (NSW). Also, a special shoutout to online judge Marcel Drescher for his contributions from Germany. Thanks again to Mike Sidonio for his popular, educational, well-received Keynote presentation following the judging. We’ve all learned a great deal from this experience, and I’m sure what has now become Australia's most popular Astrophotography Competition will be back again next year, bigger & better than ever! So go outside & keep looking up; space is amazing!   |
