RASC Hamilton: Astrophotography Using Portable Mounts
Speaker: Michael Watson, RASC (Unattached)
Astronomy magazines are filled with stunning images made by astrophotographers using expensive permanent pier telescopes in private observatories. But aspiring astrophotographers with more modest budgets – or who live in light-polluted cities and have to drive to get to dark sites – can produce high-quality images using a variety of portable gear. In this talk, illustrated with dozens of images of various well-known celestial targets, astrophotographer Michael Watson will discuss photographing the night sky using various types of equipment, from the simple tripod to the heavier but portable astrophotography mount. He will give tips on how to use each type of mount to best advantage, and on additional equipment that can make your astrophotography experience easier and more productive.
Who can attend: Everyone
Fee: Free
Reservations: Not required
Organized by: RASC - Hamilton Centre
Location: Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 551, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown, ON L0R 2H0