Module 02
Deep Sky Astrophotography with a Camera & a Lens
UAE
This module of astrophotography workshops is about the photography of different celestial targets in the night skies through out all season, such as nebulae and galaxies. The Astrophotography Workshop is a 3-day long workshop that target enthusiast photographers who want to capture professional Deep Sky Photos with a DSLR / Mirrorless Camera & Lenses rather than using the complications associated with (Telescopes , CCD Astro Cameras and heavy Telescopic Mounts.) It will give you a professional insight on how to plan your targets , plan your journey , setup your equipment , how to capture the targets with different techniques . Finally and most importantly how to bring your images to life with special advanced post processing techniques.
You will learn years of knowledge and Experience in a matter of days.
DeepSky
Module 02
1 session on Deep Sky Astrophotography
(1.5 hours zoom session) +
1 Photography Trip (overnight) +
1 Postprocessing sessions (2 hours each)
THE DETAILS
The Astrophotography Trip / Overnight Practical Workshop
The Following will be covered in the full workshop :
A detailed step by step walk through the 4 different processes of Astrophotography
Astrophotography Tools, Techniques:
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Equipment
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Requirements
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Photographic Knowledge
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Astronomy Knowledge
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Applications and Software
Astrophotography Planning:
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Location
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Light Pollution
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Weather
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Moonphases – Rise and Set Times
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Targets & Deep Sky Target Planning
Astrophotography Execution:
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Pre-requisites
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Precautions
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Timing
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Setup
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Other / focusing your lens in the dark ,
Creative framing
The Post Processing Session/s
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A complete post processing detailed explanation / application for two of following targets (depending on the season :
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Orion and Running man Nebula
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Milky way core
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Rosette Nebula
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Cygnus Region Nebulas
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Lagoon Nebula
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Data Management
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Stacking with Sequator
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File types and File management.
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Stacking with Deep Sky Stacker
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Star Removal different Techniques
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Special techniques in Post Processing (Photoshop)
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Final Cosmetics
DeepSky
Module 2
1 Photography Trip (overnight) +
1 Postprocessing sessions (2 hours each)
Regular Rate : AED 2,000.00
Early Bird / NPM Rate : AED 1,650.00
Schedule & Dates around new moon
9 & 10 September 2021
(Post processing session date to be decided mutually)
Also Available : Nightscape Astrophotography Advanced Level (module 01)
Register for both and get 35% discount
General Conditions :
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Prior to the Workshop , a Whatsapp group of the participants will be created , It will be utilized for managing the workshop, and it will as well handle quick discussions & overview of the participant equipment, areas of strength, and areas that require development, in addition to any specific requirement to be taken into consideration.
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At the end of the Workshop: Participants will receive a certificate of completion and the support will extend through the Whatsapp group for all the results & outcomes of the workshop.
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Nikon Cameras and Lenses will be made available through Nikon Middle east , arrangement will be made prior to the workshop for collection.
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Cold Refreshments , water and quick snacks (potato chips , biscuits) will be made available to the participants.
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The Post Processing sessions & all non Field sessions will be held in special venues that will be announced on registration.
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Few tents will be available for quick naps through out the night.
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One Tracking mount will be available to use during the workshop , and if required arrangements to buy the best suitable tracking mounts can be made with regional suppliers.
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The cost does not include transportation , meals or main equipment except highlighted above.
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All Covid-19 precautionary measures in accordance with UAE law will be strictly followed.