Aaron Kelly from Ballyjamesduff has been selected for the next stage of the prestigious 'Reach for the Stars' astrophotography competition, run by the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS).
The competition aims to find the best astro-photographs taken in Ireland over the past year. Mr Kelly has been shortlisted in the 'Back on Earth - Landmark' category for his image, 'The Spire of Lloyd' and in the 'Out of this World - Planetary' category for his image 'The Moon'.
While a high-profile judging panel will select the overall winning entries in the coming weeks, an online vote was launched so members of the public can also have their say. Speaking to Northern Sound, Aaron who has lived in Ballyjamesduff for the last 20 years has encouraged locals to get online and place their vote before the deadline this Friday:
