At Skylit Studio, our vision quite literally shoots for the stars. We believe life’s most meaningful moments deserve to be celebrated in a way that feels timeless — and what better way than with a personalised map of the sky above when it all happened?
Based in Manchester, we are a small but passionate team united by a love for astronomy, storytelling, and design. Inspired by the awe-inspiring beauty of the cosmos, Skylit Studio was born — a place where cherished memories are transformed into elegant, celestial keepsakes.
🌟 Our Mission: Turning Your Special Moments into Timeless Art
We specialise in personalised celestial art, crafting both star maps and moon maps that recreate the sky exactly as it appeared on your chosen date and at your specific location.
Whether it’s an anniversary, a wedding, a birthday, or the day your life changed forever — each piece we create is a visual celebration of your story, captured through the lens of the cosmos.
🔭 A Blend of Celestial Data & Artistic Craftsmanship
Our maps are created using real astronomical data — not just artistic approximations. Behind every Skylit Studio piece lies a blend of precision and imagination:
- ✨ Star Maps – Generated using accurate positional data from the Hipparcos, Tycho-2, and Gaia catalogues, as well as official constellation boundaries from the IAU.
- 🌕 Moon Maps – Featuring the precise lunar phase, orientation, and shading visible from your location on a given date, based on real astronomical modelling.
- 🖼️ Every map is rendered using a stereographic projection, designed to mirror the sky exactly as it appeared from Earth, and styled to create a stunning piece of art.
From Valentine's Day to weddings, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and beyond, we create one-of-a-kind designs for the moments that matter most.
💫 Designed to Be Cherished
At Skylit Studio, we don’t just create products — we craft meaningful, lasting treasures. Every map is printed with care, personalised with your story, and made to be a timeless reminder of the sky that once aligned for you.
Join us in celebrating life’s most unforgettable moments — under the stars, or by the light of the moon.
Want to learn more about the science behind our designs? Visit our Astronomical Precision page.
Experience the cosmos in a creative way. Join us on a celestial journey where starlight meets artistry, turning your meaningful moments into cosmic art.
Axel, Creative Director
Hi, I’m Axel — founder and creative director of Skylit Studio. If you've ever emailed us, DM’d us, or placed an order, chances are you’ve already spoken to me.
My journey with the stars began long before Skylit Studio. I still remember getting the iPhone 5 back in like 2013 – the camera felt revolutionary at the time. One clear night, while relaxing in my garden chair, I pointed it up at the sky and tried to capture the stars. The photo came out rather dark and boring. But then I started playing with the contrast, brightness, and exposure – and suddenly, little glimmers appeared. I thought I’d uncovered something magical. Only later did I realise I’d accidentally created digital artefacts. But in that moment, it felt like I had brought stars to life on screen – and something about that never left me.
I even shared that very photo on Instagram back then — here it is:
Years later, that fascination with the night sky evolved into Skylit Studio – a space where I could help others celebrate their most meaningful moments in a way that’s as timeless as the stars themselves. Whether it’s a wedding night, the birth of a child, or the moment two people first kissed under the stars – I believe those memories deserve more than just a photo on your phone. They deserve a place on your wall.
From designing each map and selecting the paper, to tying the ribbons and handing off parcels to the couriers – I oversee every step. We don’t outsource anything, because I believe that true quality comes from putting your name behind your work.
We don’t just chart the skies — we celebrate the stories written beneath them. Your stories.
Real Stories, Real Memories: Hear from Our Happy Customers
Apr 9, 2025 - UK 🇬🇧
Andrea
Great company
Really quick in replying to a message and Axel was really helpful. Super fast delivery and a perfect gift x
Apr 8, 2025 - US 🇺🇸
Benjamin M Mitchell
Got this as a surprise for my…
Got this as a surprise for my girlfriend. Very good quality!
Mar 18, 2025 - LV 🇱🇻
Andrejs G
Amazing, thank you!
Ordering was smoother than sailing. Packaging / delivery was way better than the first time, if you catch my drift and overall, the quality is amazing. Totally worth it and I will definitely consider this as a gift / décor for my apartment in the future! 110% recommended!
Mar 14, 2025 - GB 🇬🇧
TC
The level of detail for the milky way...
The level of detail for the milky way is really amazing and it blends in perfectly with the rest of the star map. Great quality. Fast delivery.
Mar 1, 2025 - GB 🇬🇧
Donna
Perfect gift for my husband
Perfect gift for my husband. We hung it in our living room and every time we see it, we are reminded of our special moment! The order was delivered the next day already. Thank you very much!
Feb 22, 2025 - GB 🇬🇧
Kathryn
Absolutely beautiful picture
Absolutely beautiful picture. I was contacted about a spelling mistake and asked if I wanted it changing too. The attention they pay to detail is amazing and very fast delivery. Exactly what I expected. Great quality. Thank you so much!
Feb 9, 2025 - GB 🇬🇧
Cathleen M.
The star map customisation options were...
The star map customisation options were great and some which I hadn't seen elsewhere. Received it the next day already nicely packaged which was a nice surprise and the star map was just perfect. Nice smooth experience.
