Featured Photographers 2025
There is incredible talent out there! We are nearing the end of 2025. We will also be running our Landscape Photographer of the Year Contest. Be sure to check that out.
PETR HORÁLEK – PHOTOTGRAPHER OF THE MONTH
Incredible Asto Images by Petr Horálek
We came across the work of Petr Horálek and were immediately transported to worlds beyond our own. His images don’t merely show the night sky—they reveal the universe as a living, breathing entity that dances above us while most are unaware.
What separates Horálek from countless other astrophotographers is his unwavering commitment and his profound understanding of our place in the cosmos.
When a man sells everything he owns to work orchards in New Zealand, to fund his dream of showing others what truly dark skies look like, we witness dedication in its purest form.
Julio Castro – Landscape Photographer of the Year
Dynamic Images by Julio Castro
Julio Castro Pardo – Winner Landscape Photographer of the Year.
Julio Castro is from La Coruña, Spain. Our jaws all dropped when we received these images for our contest entry. Julio travels the world creating incredible images for us to view. His photos have been awarded in 200 contests worldwide. He has a great love for nature, hiking, and especially astronomy, which has fueled his great passion for night photography.
He has a series of Spanish tutorials that you can purchase from his website. You can see his full page and details on his Lanscape Photographer of the Year page.
Featured Photographers with Incredible Talent
Send us an email if you would like to be considered. We will be featuring a new photographer every month.
MICHAEL VER SPRILL – MILY WAY MIKE
Check out More on Milky Way Mike, a Featured Photographer who has a whole page.
Michael Ver Sprill, “Milky Way Mike” – Mike Ver Sprill is an artist and photographer who live’s his life to the beat of his own drum. He takes the initiative to venture out on his own even if it means waking up in the back of his car, hours away from home, just to capture a photograph. Those are the moments when he realizes his passion has become an obsession. See our Featured Photographer’s full article here.
TOM GROSS
Tom Gross
is an amateur photographer and animal lover. His interest in photography dates back to the 7th and 8th grades when his history teacher brought slides to class illustrating her summer travels. That huge screen and bright image bowled him over. He began taking travel pictures in 1968 when he got his first 35mm camera. He always shot slides and saved them in trays to help the family recall their travels. Tom has a great natural talent and is one of the happiest personalities. He is a true animal lover at heart, and we believe people who love and connect with animals are some of the kindest, most compassionate people you will find. Tom likes to photograph wildlife and landscapes. He is very knowledgeable in bird identification.
Becoming a Featured Photographer is Easy
Please send us an email and let us know you are interested. Please also include a link to your website where we can see your work. You can also send us an email answering these questions or any other information about you and your work. We will contact you and add you to our list.
PHOTOGRAPHER QUESTIONS
What drives your passion for photography?
What type of photography do you like the most and why?
How do you stay motivated when you’re not feeling creative?
Are there any photographers or artists who have influenced your photography style?
What advice would you give to new photographers who want to get better?
How do you choose where to do your photo shoots?
What are your top three favorite places to take photos?
What equipment do you think is necessary for your photography work, and how does it benefit?
FOR MILKY WAY PHOTOGRAPHERS
What is the best gear for Milky Way photography?
What gear have you used?
How do you scout for a Milky Way location and set up for the shot?
Thank you in advance for your interest in being a featured photographer.
