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Originally Posted by Paul Haese
Chris despite the planning that went into both images these are strictly speaking not astronomy images. They are both great images but the competition is supposed to be an astronomy photo competition.
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A dictionary definition of Astronomy is:
the branch of science that deals with celestial objects, space, and the physical universe as a whole
Surely the moon is a celestial object? Aren't these images therefore astronomy images?
I checked the David Malin Award website, but could't see it defined by the organisers. There is a definition on that site that relates to the Open Section:
Open Themed Section, where the subject this year is “Australia Beneath the Stars” - iconic Australian scenes, taken at night, that are readily identifiable as 'made in Australia'. The images can be of inland, maritime, city or suburban environments, but must have an obvious connection to Australia and the night sky, and must contain astronomical objects.
Any publicity is good publicity.
DT