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Founded 2023 · Georgetown, Guyana

About Us

Dedicated to capturing and sharing the celestial wonders visible from Guyana's pristine dark skies, while building a community of astronomy enthusiasts through education and outreach.

Mission & Vision

To leverage Guyana's pristine dark skies and growing eco-tourism to build a nationwide culture of astronomy.

Education First

Create accessible astronomy content through our short-form series.

Community Building

Foster a community of stargazers through workshops and outreach programs.

Cultural Preservation

Document and celebrate Guyana's astronomical heritage and indigenous sky knowledge.

Excellence

Set a new standard for astrophotography and astronomical education in the Caribbean.

The Team

Samir Mohammed
Founder & Lead Astrophotographer

Samir Mohammed

With a degree in Physics and a BSc in Computer Science, Samir combined his programming skills with his photography skills to create AstroPhotosGY. With over 3 years of astrophotography experience, he's on a mission to share Guyana's pristine night skies with the world.

Ellen Gopaul
Co-Founder & Creative Director

Ellen Gopaul

Ellen is an entrepreneur leading the creative vision, branding and communications strategy. With a passion for storytelling and a sharp eye for design, she is dedicated to building a strong, connected community intertwining scientific and cultural exploration.

  1. 🚀 Our Mission
    Discover our vision for astronomical education in Guyana