APP Astrophotography Competition: Entries close in 8 days - 5pm AEST July 3rd

[Andy01 (Andy)]

The 2023 Australian Photographic Prize is proud to announce the launch of the new Astrophotography Competition with two categories, Astro Deep Space and Astro Landscape.

Astrophotographers who spend hours at the telescope and behind the computer capturing the beauty and wonder of the night sky, can now showcase their talent, skill, and scientific and artistic flare at the Australian Photographic Prize.

A panel of experienced scrutineers and judges, collectively proficient in and familiar with astrophotography's specialised techniques and science, will critique and assess the entries. Uniquely, the top 25 entries for each category will be judged live at Photography Studies College in Melbourne on July 21, 2023 between 2:30-5:30 PM.

After the judging, there will be a presentation by leading Australian Astrophotographer ‘Strongman’ Mike Sidonio.

Enter NOW for your chance to win a William Optics Redcat 51 Telescope (valued at $1500).

Find out more and Enter Here

Entries close 5PM 3 July 2023.

[Nikolas (Nik)]

One thing to clarify please
"To avoid misuse of Ai processing, the scrutineers may ask about your processing method and request the original Raw or Fits image files. Entries are submitted as digital entries."
Does that mean you can't use blurxterminator or Topaz denoise?

[Andy01 (Andy)]

Originally Posted by Nikolas

One thing to clarify please
"To avoid misuse of Ai processing, the scrutineers may ask about your processing method and request the original Raw or Fits image files. Entries are submitted as digital entries."
Does that mean you can't use blurxterminator or Topaz denoise?

The takeaway here is the word "Misuse".

If your image is captured with a DSLR on an 80mm refractor, with details surpassing the Hubble's, your files may be requested for scrutineering!

The judges will likely bauk at anything that looks impossible using conventional equipment.

Use of Topaz & Russ Croman's Ai apps is acceptable, but if looks overdone? Well you get the point....

[Andy01 (Andy)]

ASTROPHOTOGRAPHERS! Are you seeking a chance to showcase your work and gain international recognition?

Enter Australia’s most prestigious international Photography Awards and be recognised amongst the industry’s BEST! 📸🏆

Enter your photos up until 3 July 2023 for your chance to WIN a share of over $37,000 in prizes, including one of two Redcat 51 telescopes! 🤯

The 2023 Australian Photographic & Videography Prize is open to professional, amateur, student photographers, and national and INTERNATIONAL entrants.

Includes Digital, Print, Video and Astro awards.

Join us on July 21st in Melbourne for LIVE in-person judging and a presentation from "Strongman" Mike Sidonio!
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Entries close 5pm Monday, 3 July 2023 AEST 🚨