Keep looking up

xenia · February 2020

Had a couple of clear nights this week, and with no fishing in sight decided to attempt some photos of a different kind from my backyard. Although I've been into astronomy for three decades, I've been attempting astrophotography for less than a year. Very different than any other photography I've ever done, with a very steep learning curve. Still, the challenges make any image that shows what you are attempting to shoot rewarding. Wish we had weather that was more cooperative. Whether it's fishing or astronomy, the weather never seems to be on my side! I need a new hobby.

M82 Galaxy

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Orion Nebula

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Fishingpervert · February 2020

xenia · February 2020

Thanks! I have a lot to learn, but once in a while even a blind squirrel finds a nut. I threw away many shots that didn't work, but at least I got a couple that give me enough encouragement to keep trying.

redsgurl · February 2020

Don't give up. You are off to a great start! These are pretty cool.

MRichardson · March 2020

I remember when I first started, I couldn't even get a photo of the moon.
No tripod at the time. So you can imagine the quandary w/regard to shutter speed.
So much I didn't know...