Never Stop Looking Up: Cyprus Astrophotography..., Nicosia

Name: Never Stop Looking Up: Cyprus Astrophotography Event at The Cyprus Planetarium
Start: 2026-09-11T14:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-09-13T20:00:00+00:00
Location: Cyprus Planetarium

About This Event

'Never Stop Looking Up' is a 3-day international astrophotography event in Nicosia, Cyprus, hosted at The Cyprus Planetarium from 11 to 13 September 2026, running 17:00–23:00 each day. Co-organised by The Cyprus Planetarium and AstroVerce Cyprus Astronomy Club, the event brings together five internationally recognised astrophotographers for talks, workshops, hands-on field sessions, and panel discussions. Whether you are picking up a camera for the first time or are a seasoned deep-sky imager, this experience is designed to inspire and educate at every level. 🌌

🎟️ Ticket prices start from €30.00 (up to €120.00).

Day 1 (Friday) focuses on community — welcome drinks, an opening ceremony, speaker introductions and the 'Stories Behind Stars' opening conversation. Day 2 (Saturday) is the most action-packed: morning talks and workshops at the Planetarium Dome and Amphitheatre are followed by a field trip to Amiandos Astropark in the Troodos Mountains for live telescope setup, real night-sky observation, and guided stargazing under dark skies. Day 3 (Sunday) rounds off the experience with advanced talks, smart telescope demonstrations, thematic panel discussions — including Women in Astrophotography and the Future of Astrophotography — and a closing ceremony.

Featured Speakers:

Nico Carver (@NebulaPhotos)

Cayetana Saiz (@caye.wildvisuals)

Luca Bartek (@the_space_koala)

Vilen Sharifov (@VilenSharifov)

Yannis Doukakis (@IoannisDoukakis)

Registration & Welcome Drinks

Official Opening Ceremony

Meet the Guest Speakers

Networking Reception

Opening Conversation: Stories Behind Stars — All Speakers

Talk: Introduction to Astrophotography — Nico Carver

Talk: Accessible Astrophotography for the Public — Cayetana Saiz

Workshop: Astrophotography Automation & Software — Vilen Sharifov

Workshop: Astrophotography — Yannis Doukakis

Equipment Demonstration & Live Gear Showcase

Sun Observation — Outdoor Solar Viewing

Departure for Amiandos Astropark

Telescope Setup & Real Night Sky Observation

Panel: From Beginner to Astrophotographer — All Speakers

Uranography & Guided Celestial Observation at Amiandos

Talk: Astrophotography Session — Luca Bartek

Talk: Your First Astrophotography Project — Nico Carver

Talk: Overcoming Astrophotography Challenges — Vilen Sharifov

Demonstration: Smart Telescopes & Beginner Astrophotography — Cayetana Saiz

Advanced Talk — Yannis Doukakis

Panel: Astrophotography in Cyprus — Yannis Doukakis & Vilen Sharifov

Panel: Women in Astrophotography — Cayetana Saiz & Luca Bartek

Panel: The Future of Astrophotography — Nico Carver

Special Session: Dark Sky International Talk — All Speakers

Closing Ceremony

For more information and registration details, please contact The Cyprus Planetarium & AstroVerce Cyprus Astronomy Club directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The event welcomes complete beginners through to advanced imagers. Live gear showcases and demonstrations are part of the programme.

Yes. The field experience takes place at Amiandos Astropark in the Troodos Mountains. Bring warm layers, as mountain temperatures can drop noticeably on September nights.

The programme lists a scheduled departure for Amiandos Astropark on Day 2, but transport logistics have not been published. Contact the organisers directly to confirm arrangements.

Given the nature of the event, photography is expected to be encouraged, but confirm any restrictions for specific talks or panels with the organisers.