Talks and Presentations by Lee Pullen, the Urban Astrophotographer
Last updated October 2026
I’m available to give talks to astronomical societies and other interested groups, either in person or online. I have a number of presentations that are good-to-go, and can create something bespoke if necessary too. Contact me for more details.
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Biography
Lee Pullen is a professional photographer, astrophotographer, and science communicator based in Bristol. As the Urban Astrophotographer, he captures galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters from his city-centre back garden, showing what’s possible even under heavily light-polluted skies.
For 10 years, Lee managed the Planetarium at We The Curious, writing star shows, training presenters, and sharing astronomy with audiences of all ages. He has also worked for organisations including NASA, the European Space Agency, the European Southern Observatory, and the International Astronomical Union.
His images form the heart of Immersed in Starlight, an immersive astrophotography show combining views of the cosmos with narration and an original soundtrack. Through his talks, workshops, and website, Lee shares both the science behind his photographs and practical advice to help others take their own first steps into astrophotography.
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Upcoming talks
Astrophotography for Beginners
23 February 2027, 7:45 pm
North West Bristol Camera Club
A beginner-friendly introduction to astrophotography for North West Bristol Camera Club.
Ready-made talks
Astrophotography for Beginners
Camera technology is now more advanced than ever, and it’s possible for beginners to take stunning astrophotos. Urban Astrophotographer Lee Pullen will talk through how to take your very first photo of the stars, and outline the next steps if you get bitten by the astrophotography bug!
- Perfect for: general audiences and camera clubs. No prior knowledge needed.
- Recommended duration: 45–60 minutes, including a Q&A session.
Urban Astrophotography: Capturing the Cosmos from a city
Join us for this entertaining and illuminating talk as astrophotographer Lee Pullen charts his journey to produce awe-inspiring photos of the universe from Bristol’s light-polluted city centre!
Lee will reveal technology and techniques that can lead to professional-level results, while sharing a gallery of stunning stars, glittering galaxies, and notable nebulae. After experimenting for 10 years, Lee’s ready to tackle the ultimate challenge: a showdown against the Hubble Space Telescope!
Whether you’re an astronomy enthusiast, a photography lover, or simply curious about science, this talk will inspire you to look up at the night sky with a new perspective.
- Perfect for: general audiences interested in science. No prior knowledge of astrophotography needed.
- Recommended duration: 45–60 minutes, including a short Q&A.
Taking your astrophotography to the next level
Have you tried taking astrophotos but were disappointed with the results? Or maybe you have yet to begin and want to start in the right direction? If so, join astrophotographer Lee Pullen of UrbanAstrophotography.com for a session dedicated to elevating the quality of your pictures. Lee will give an overview of equipment choices, provide valuable tips for imaging deep sky objects, and give insight into the dark art of processing. This will be followed by a feedback session on images supplied by audience members.
- Perfect for: astronomical societies and beginner to intermediate astrophotographers.
- Recommended duration: 60 – 90 minutes, including image feedback session.
Recent past talks
Immersed in Starlight
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
10 October 2026
Astrophotography for Beginners
U3A Bristol Astronomy group
5 October 2026, 2:00 pm
Immersed in Starlight
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
6 & 7 March 2026
Immersed in Starlight
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
30 & 31 January 2026
Astrophotography Showcase
Felix Road Space Adventure
26 August 2025
Stargazing: Our Window to the Cosmos
Bristol Cathedral
* 18 October 2024
* 25 October 2024
* 1 November 2024
* 8 November 2024
Urban Astrophotography: Capturing the Cosmos from a city
The Science Tapes Launch Party
23 October 2024, Left Handed Giant Taproom, Bristol
Urban Astrophotography
Hertford Astronomy Group Astrophotography Section, 5 June 2024
Pint of Science: The Astronomer’s Guide to the Galaxy
15 May 2024, Left Handed Giant Taproom, Bristol, 7:30 – 9:45pm
Urban Astrophotography
Cardiff Astronomical Society, 16 February 2023
Cloudy skies and city lights: astrophotography against the odds
Astro Chat, 17 December 2022
Taking your astrophotography to the next level
Bath Astronomers, 7 December 2022
Astrophotography 101
Part of Stargazing for Beginners, organised by the Bristol Astronomical Society, Cardiff Astronomical Society, and Bath Astronomers. 2 October 2022
Urban Astrophotography
Wells & Mendip Astronomers, 23 April 2022
Urban Astrophotography
Bristol Astronomical Society, 18 February 2022
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