The month of August 2023 was a special one for skywatchers and photographers alike, as it featured not one, but two full moons. This rare occurrence, known as a Blue Moon, happens when there are two full moons in a single calendar month. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the breathtaking experience of photographing […]

Astrophotography is a captivating genre of photography that allows us to capture the breathtaking beauty of the night sky. However, it can be challenging for beginners to achieve the desired results due to some common mistakes. In this blog post, we will explore these mistakes and provide valuable tips on how to avoid them, ensuring […]

The Perseids meteor shower is one of the most popular meteor showers of the year, and for good reason. It’s known for its bright meteors and high rates, with up to 100 meteors per hour possible during the peak. If you’re looking to capture some amazing photos of the Perseids, here are a few tips: […]

Astrophotography allows us to capture the mesmerizing beauty of the night sky, but achieving sharp focus in low light conditions can be a challenge. Precise focus is crucial for capturing breathtaking images of celestial objects. In this article, we will explore some essential tips and techniques to help you achieve sharp focus in nighttime astrophotography. […]

Have you ever wanted to remove the stars in your astrophotography photos? Perhaps you want to focus on the details of your deep-sky object, or maybe you want to process the stars and the object separately to achieve a punchy image without blowing out the stars. Whatever your reason, there is a simple and free […]

Most astrophotographers undoubtedly enjoy capturing the center of our Milky Way galaxy. Since the core season of the Milky Way begins in March, I thought I’d provide some tips and tricks to help you improve your milky way photography. So, let’s get started! 1. Find dark skies The first step in capturing an excellent photo […]

I find milky way photography quite fascinating! Probably because you have the opportunity to see through your camera something you cannot see with your naked eyes. I also love staying out on a warm summer night enjoying the starry sky while taking pictures. Many times I scout a location during the day to find a […]

Milky way photos are really impressive for sure. However capturing photos of the night sky pushes the sensors of modern DSLRs and mirrorless cameras to their limits. If you want more details I have also written a tutorial on how to photograph the milky way. In a few words photographing a brilliant milky way photo […]

I always found fascinating the milky way and the night sky since I was a little kid. When I got my first DSLR camera I started experimenting with astrophotography by photographing the milky way and star trails. In this tutorial I will share with you some information to help beginners get started and photograph the […]

Although a thunderstorm ruined my initial plan to photograph the Perseids meteor shower I didn’t give up. I packed up my things but didn’t return home. Instead I headed towards the opposite direction where the sky was clear in order to try and photograph the Perseids. I managed to get one more shooting star along […]