What’s Up August 2025

A monthly look at astronomical events in the sky and on Earth

Compiled and written by Steve Sawyer

This month, we’re drawing inspiration from the legendary British space artist David A. Hardy, born in 1936. Hardy has enjoyed a long and pioneering career, creating awe-inspiring depictions of the cosmos. His first published work appeared in 1952, and over the decades, his illustrations have graced the pages of numerous magazines and books including several collaborations with Sir Patrick Moore. Continue reading

What’s Up July 2025

A monthly look at astronomical events in the sky and on Earth

Compiled and written by Steve Sawyer

This month we’re being inspired by the art of Robert McCall 1919-2010.
McCall was a renowned American artist celebrated for his visionary space-themed artwork. He gained prominence in the 1960s as an illustrator for Life magazine and as a key artistic contributor to major films, including 2001: A Space Odyssey, Tora! Tora! Tora!, Star Trek: The Motion Picture, and The Black Hole.

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