Many people believe that when the sun goes down, so does the camera—but that couldn’t be further from the truth! Join us online for an immersive session focused on the art and technique of capturing breathtaking images of the night sky, from star trails to the Milky Way and beyond.

This class will explore the technical and creative aspects of night sky photography, providing you with the knowledge to elevate your astrophotography skills and capture the wonders of the cosmos.

What You’ll Learn:

• Understanding noise sources: upstream read noise, downstream read noise, and photon shot noise
• Focusing techniques for sharp night images
• Managing light pollution for clearer skies
• Using sunrise and sunset for planning your shots
• Capturing the Milky Way, star trails, and moon photography
• Editing techniques to bring out the best in your night images
• Introduction to narrowband imaging for advanced night sky photos

Class Details:

• Date: Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM PDT
• Location: Online – Participation link will be sent to registered attendees prior to class start.

*** A minimum of 3 participants is required. If we do not reach the minimum 5 days before the class, it will be cancelled and registered participants will be notified and refunded. ***

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to capture the beauty of the stars and galaxies above us. Sign up today and take your night sky photography to new heights!