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Final contenders revealed for 2026 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
By Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Four miles from the Eiffel Tower, a photographer captured the full moon’s path over a pink Paris skyline. In China, another photographer snapped a night sky of falling stars. These are just two of the submissions short-listed in the 18th annual Astronomy Photographer of t...
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Key takeaway These are just two of the submissions short-listed in the 18th annual Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso's own dark skies and vast desert landscapes make it an ideal location for stargazing and astronomy photography. While the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition may be based in London, its reach and inspiration can be felt locally. The city's residents and visitors often take advantage of the nearby Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site or the Franklin Mountains State Park to capture stunning images of the night sky. The competition's emphasis on technical skill and artistic composition may encourage local photographers to push the boundaries of their craft and showcase the unique astronomical sights that can be seen in the El Paso area. As the winners of the competition are announced in September, local photography enthusiasts may find inspiration in the selected images and strive to capture their own award-winning shots of the desert sky.
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Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? By Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Four miles from the Eiffel Tower, a photographer captured the full moon’s path over a pink Paris skyline. In China, another photographer snapped a night sky of falling stars. These are just two of the submissions short-listed in the 18th annual Astronomy Photographer of t...
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