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A Brilliant Image of the Solar Eclipse Wins the 2024 Astronomy Photographer of the Year — Colossal

Last updated: September 14, 2024 12:31 am
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On October 14, 2023, the United States witnessed the annual solar eclipse, a spectacular event that offered photographer Ryan Imperio a rare chance to capture the phenomenon known as Baily’s beads. These shimmering rings are formed when sunlight passes through the valleys and craters on the moon’s surface during an eclipse, creating a stunning visual effect. Imperio seized the opportunity to document the perfect half-rings from Odessa, Texas, creating a composite of around 30 images that ultimately earned him the prestigious title of the 2024 Astronomy Photographer of the Year.

The winning image, which showcases the intricate details of Baily’s beads during the third contact of an annular solar eclipse, impressed judges like Kerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn with its innovative approach to mapping the moon’s topography. The annual Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, hosted by Royal Museums Greenwich, received over 3,500 entries from photographers in 58 countries this year. The winning images, ranging from the mesmerizing Aurora Borealis above an Icelandic mountain to the International Space Station crossing the sun, offer a captivating glimpse into the beauty and wonder of our universe.

For those in London, the top photos from this year’s competition can be viewed at the National Maritime Museum. Alternatively, you can explore some of our favorite images below:

– “The Green Kingdom” by Filip Hrebenda (Slovakia)
– “M63, The Tidal Streams Around the Sunflower Galaxy” by Sophie Paulin, Jens Unger, and Jakob Sahner (Germany)
– “Aurora Borealis over Brighton Seafront” by Michael Steven Harris (UK)
– “Big Brother is Watching You” by Matt Jackson (USA)
– “Coronal Chronograph” by Peter Ward (Australia)
– “High-Tech Silhouette” by Tom Williams (UK)
– “Like Blue Lava” by Petr Horalek (Czechia)
– “SH2-308: Dolphin Head Nebula” by Xin Feng and Miao Gong (China)

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These captivating images showcase the diversity and beauty of celestial phenomena, providing a glimpse into the vast wonders of the cosmos. If you are passionate about stories and artists like these, consider becoming a Colossal Member to support independent arts publishing and enjoy exclusive benefits such as ad-free browsing, saving favorite articles, discounts in the Colossal Shop, members-only newsletters, and giving back to art supplies in K-12 classrooms. Join now and be part of a community that celebrates creativity and exploration in all its forms.

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