Allan Hall makes learning how to photograph the night sky easy with
his new book "Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography." In this
guide, you will learn the fundamentals of astrophotography - what
it is, how it's done, and how to do it yourself. "Getting Started:
Budget Astrophotography" is divided into these three sections in
order to provide a comprehensive overview of the basics of
astrophotography.
Understanding The first section of Hall's guide focuses on
understanding astrophotography. Amateur and professional stargazers
know that one of the most important things to consider when viewing
the heavens is light pollution. Light pollution is exactly what it
sounds like - too much light in our environments makes it more
difficult to get a good look at planets, stars, and other celestial
bodies. If you want to get the best view and photo possible, you
must find a location that has little light. This makes a huge
difference. In addition to finding a good location for viewing and
shooting, you will learn about camera basics, including how to
mount a camera and focus a lens. Beyond that, you will read about
various types of telescopes and what they do.
Doing The title of the second segment of this reference guide
speaks for itself. Once you've learned the fundamentals of
location, cameras, and telescopes, it's time to put your knowledge
to use. This section discusses how to find targets, as in how to
find objects of interest to shoot. From capturing images to camera
and exposure settings, you will learn how to make the most of your
instruments and location by taking a great shot. This section also
discusses making videos, image stacking, and image editing, an
important aspect of astrophotography. Many of the celestial shots
we see are time-lapse or edited in some way (to improve clarity and
reduce visual "noise"). While it may sound difficult, this
reference guide simplifies the processes by providing step-by-step
instructions.
Building For the handy home astrophotographer, this section
includes information about do-it-yourself projects. From modifying
your equipment (for example, improving your focus capabilities,
modifying a webcam for astrophotography, and even adapting your
laptop screen to function in the dark) to building add-ons, you'll
learn how to enhance your experience in your own home. Hall
provides information about creating glass solar filters for your
cameras and even making your own dew heaters.
"Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography" is a great reference
guide for beginners and amateur astrophotographers. If you have an
interest in astronomy and want to capture what you've viewed
through a telescope, doing so is possible from your own home.
Hall's comprehensive guide also provides ideas about where to start
(as in, what targets are best to photograph), where to find more
information about astrophotography, and even a glossary of terms.
Indulge your hobby and learn how to improve with "Getting Started:
Budget Astrophotography."
General
Imprint: |
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
March 2014 |
First published: |
March 2014 |
Authors: |
Allan Hall
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Dimensions: |
234 x 192 x 19mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
|
Pages: |
332 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-4973-6082-2 |
Categories: |
Books >
Science & Mathematics >
Astronomy, space & time >
General
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LSN: |
1-4973-6082-X |
Barcode: |
9781497360822 |
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