Workshop | Astrophotography

Head to the Perth Observatory for an unforgettable day of astrophotography. This small group experience will teach you all the basics of astrophotography, from wide field to telescope photography.

Starting in the afternoon, the expert presenters will cover essential topics, including polar alignment, image calibration, and an introduction to astronomy and the night sky. You’ll learn how to photograph different celestial objects such as wide-field nightscapes, star trails, meteor showers, and aurora.

You’ll also get an introduction to telescope photography, where you’ll see different types of telescopes, mounts, and other essential equipment such as electronic focusers, guide cameras, filters, and astronomy cameras.

After dinner, you will move to the hilltop for a night of astrophotography under the stars. You’ll use your camera on a tripod to capture breathtaking wide-field nightscapes around the picturesque Perth Observatory grounds. You’ll also use your camera and lens on Astro Photography Australia’s portable tracking mounts, including the iOptron SkyTracker, Vixen Polarie, Astro Trac, and Skywatcher Star Adventurer.

But that’s not all! You’ll even get the opportunity to put your camera on a telescope and capture stunning deep-sky objects. (Check the website for camera model details).

For all the information, and to book, visit the website.

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