Author
Ricky Bendall
Founder and Creative Director, Picture the Stars
Ricky Bendall is the founder and creative director of Picture the Stars. Ricky started the company in Manchester in 2018, processing real astronomical data into personalised star maps, and in 2020 founded Picture Made Prints Ltd, which makes them. Ricky leads new product development and brings a lifelong interest in art and astronomy to every design.
Articles (9)
24 September 2026
Personalised Christmas Gift Ideas 2026: Unique Gifts They Will Keep
15 July 2026
Why Do Star Maps for Different Dates Look So Similar?
13 May 2026
How to Pick a Personalised Wedding Gift That Doesn't End Up in a Drawer
9 October 2025
The Stars on the Night We Met
15 July 2025
How to Read a Star Map: What Every Part Shows
24 June 2025
When Is the Next Solar Eclipse in the UK? Your 2027 Guide
23 September 2024
First Anniversary Gift Ideas: Why Paper Is Perfect
27 December 2023
What Did the Night Sky Look Like on a Specific Date and Location?
26 January 2023
Are star maps accurate?