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Winning Submissions for Capture the Dark Photography Contest
International Dark-Sky Association | 2020 Jun 26

Capture the Dark Photo Contest Finalists
International Dark-Sky Association | 2020 Jun 17

There are just way too many wonderful images to post. I'll just let you go to the articles and view them there.
The categories are below with links to the winning photograph:

‘Capture the Dark’ Photography Contest
International Dark-Sky Association | 2020 May 20

‘Capture the Dark’ Categories:

• Connecting to the Dark – Experiencing a natural night provides perspective, inspiration, and leads us to reflect on our humanity and place in the universe. Share a shot that illustrates our connection to the night.
• International Dark Sky Place – Over 130 protected lands and municipalities have been certified by IDA as an International Dark Sky Place creating havens for astrophotographers around the world. Share a shot taken in one of these locations.
• The Impact of Light Pollution – Light pollution can have significant impacts on the environment, human health, and our access to the universe. Share a shot that demonstrates the impact of light pollution.
• The Bright Side of Lighting – Light pollution can give lighting a bad rap. But lighting that follows IDA’s Principles for Responsible Outdoor Light can be beautiful, healthy, and functional. Share a shot of lighting that respects the dark.
• Youth – Entrant must be 17 years old or younger. Share a shot for any of the above categories.

https://flic.kr/p/2jk6VAh

I don't know if Iam on the Thema, but this is a moonrise taken also on July 8, at 23h58,

Darks side of a moonrise!

Canon 70d 24mm f2.8
Copyright Olivier Bernard

Also note saturne and Jupiter