Posts by Author: Soumyadeep Mukherjee
Soumyadeep Mukherjee is an award-winning astrophotographer from India. He has a doctorate degree in Linguistics. His work extends to the sub-genres of nightscape, deep sky, solar, lunar and optical phenomenon photography. He is also a photography educator and has conducted numerous workshops. His works have appeared in over 40 books & magazines including Astronomy, BBC Sky at Night, Sky & Telescope among others, and in various websites including National Geographic, NASA, Forbes. He was the first Indian to win “Astronomy Photographer of the Year” award in a major category.
Celebrating Hubble’s 35 Years in space: 35 best images
Apr 26, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
For over three decades, the Hubble Space Telescope has been humanity’s window to the wonders of the universe, capturing images that have reshaped our understanding…
A celestial celebration: Hubble’s 35-Year odyssey through cosmos
Apr 25, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
On April 24, 1990, the Space Shuttle Discovery released a marvel into low-Earth orbit: the Hubble Space Telescope. Named after the pioneering astronomer Edwin Hubble,…
Proxisky UMi series: Compact EQ mounts with premium mechanics
Apr 25, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
In the landscape of equatorial mounts, Proxisky’s UMi series carves out a unique space, delivering powerful performance and precise mechanics in a lightweight package. Designed…
Proxisky’s Ragdoll series: Redefining Portability and Precision
Apr 24, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
In astrophotography, the quest for equipment that marries portability with precision is perpetual. Proxisky, a Hong Kong-based company specializing in strain wave gear mounts, has…
Unveiling the Sun in Spectral Detail: The MLAstro SHG 700
Apr 24, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
For solar astronomy enthusiasts, imaging the Sun in detail beyond the white-light photosphere has always required specialized equipment. While hydrogen-alpha filters dominate the amateur solar…
Lucy’s surprise encounter: A close look at asteroid Donaldjohnson
Apr 23, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
In the vast reaches of space, where planetary formation left behind billions of rocky remnants, NASA’s Lucy spacecraft is carving a bold new path. Designed…
Twenty Years of Ice Giant Insights: Hubble’s Eye on Uranus
Apr 22, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
For over two decades, the Hubble Space Telescope has silently observed Uranus, a distant, icy enigma spinning sideways at the edge of our solar system….
Ten breathtaking astrophotography images you should see (March 2025)
Apr 22, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day is a huge collection of astronomical images, both amateur and professional. It celebrates our amazing universe every day. Since…
Don’t Miss These Astrophotography Opportunities in May 2025
Apr 22, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
Every month brings some unique astronomical events you can see with the naked eye and photograph. In this article, let us look at the astrophotography…
Four dedicated solar telescopes You can buy
Apr 18, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
Observing the Sun safely and in detail requires more than just a solar filter. Dedicated H-alpha solar telescopes are specifically designed to view the Sun…