Trip Overview
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Learn how to polar align and capture deep sky astrophotographs with a portable tracker mount.
- Learn how to stack and edit deep sky astrophotos within PixInsight and Photoshop.
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Learn how to select the proper equipment for deep sky astrophotography.
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Learn methods for capturing advanced deep sky astrophotography.
Information
What is included?
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Lodging (single occupancy rooms).
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Myself and Kah-Wai Lin as your astrophotography guides.
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Two sessions of deep sky image processing in PixInsight and Photoshop and Lightroom.
What should I bring?
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Camera
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DSLR, or mirrorless digital camera
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Cooled astro-CMOS cameras for advanced students are welcome
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Portable Star Tracker
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Such as SkyWatcher Star Adventurer, or iOptron SkyGuider
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Lenses/Telescopes
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For deep sky astrophotography such as 50mm, 135mm, or 70-200mm.
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For advanced students a portable telescope such as William Optics RedCat are great
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Sturdy tripod and ball head.
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Multiple charged batteries, battery charger, and empty memory cards.
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Shutter release cable (intervalometer).
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Headlamp with a red light setting and warm clothing.
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Laptop computer with Adobe Photoshop and PixInsight installed.
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* I recommend ordering a L-bracket for your camera body if you do not already have this accessory. L-brackets allow quickly swapping between landscape and portrait orientation while keeping portrait shots to remain centered over the tripod
What is not included?
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Airfare
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Meals
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Travel insurance
Pricing:
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This 3 day and 2 night workshop costs $1,495 (lodging included) with a $600 deposit required to reserve a spot. If you do not require lodging then the tuition is $1,095. The remaining balance is due 3 months prior the workshop. 3 % card processing fee is included within the tuition.
Physical Fitness Requirement:
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This deep sky astrophotography will not involve hiking to locations.
Permits and Certifications:
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In the event of an emergency, I am certified in CPR and First Aid.
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I am trained in the practice of Leave-no-Trace hiking and camping to protect the natural resources.
Itinerary
Night 1:
Deep sky astrophotography at night.