PANEL DISCUSSION: “UNDER ONE SKY: PLANNING, SHOOTING, AND PROTECTING THE STARS’ GLOW”

The Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències invites you to a unique experience to discover the beauty of the starry sky, as part of the Science Today Lecture Series. Join us on September 12 for a special evening dedicated to astrophotography and the awe-inspiring wonder of the universe.

The event kicks off with the roundtable “Under the Same Sky: Plan, Shoot, and Protect the Glow of the Stars”, where renowned experts will share their insights and experiences on the essential pillars of astronomical photography: planning night sessions and using photographic equipment.

From digital tools accessible to any amateur to practical tips on cameras and lenses, this open discussion will explore the main technical and creative challenges of capturing the magic of the cosmos. The conversation will also reflect on the importance of preserving the night sky as a natural heritage and a source of inspiration.

The evening will continue with the awards ceremony of the second edition of the ASTROCIUTAT competition, followed by a visit to the exhibition “ASTROCIUTAT. The Universe in Images”, where you’ll have the chance to admire the stunning winning and finalist photographs from this international contest.

An unmissable event for photography lovers, astronomy enthusiasts, and all who feel a connection to the universe.

📅 Date: Friday, September 12, 2025
📍 Venue: Museu de les Ciències – entrance via the west gate (Calle Menor, next to the Hemisfèric)

Schedule
7:00 PM – Doors open
7:30 PM – Panel discussion: “Under the Same Sky”
8:45 PM – Astrociutat awards ceremony
9:15 PM – Visit to the exhibition “Astrociutat. The Universe in Images”
9:30 PM – Astronomical observation session OBSERVATION CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST
11:30 PM – End of event

Roundtable panel
Moderator: Jesús Manuel García Flores
Photographer of the Year 2017, world runner-up at the 2021 FIAP Biennial, and one of Spain’s top photography figures. Regular contributor to RTVE, author of photography books, and certified Starlight astronomical guide.

Speakers:

• Antoni Cladera – CEF Photography Excellence award, supporting member of the Spanish Association of Nature Photographers, and co-founder of the PhotoPills team

• Daniel Ruano – Foto Ruano

• Antonia Varela – Director of the Museum of Science and the Cosmos in Tenerife and President of the Starlight Foundation

Free admission until full capacity is reached.

The roundtable will be recorded and streamed live. It may be shared through any of the audiovisual channels and/or venues of the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències, as well as on YouTube.