SeattleAstro

Moderator: Matt Dahl

Astrophotography

This group explores all types of digital cameras and astrophotography, including capturing star trails, starscapes, constellations, the moon, planets, and deep sky objects.

One of the main goals of the Astrophotography group is to be open and inviting to everyone. You can come to a meeting with no prior knowledge of astronomy or astrophotography without feeling intimidated. There are lots of friendly people here that are happy to share their knowledge and help you capture your first astrophotos!

Please have a look at some of the photos taken by members at the Seattle Astrophotography Flickr group. Some of these photos are through a telescope, while others required nothing more than a camera on a tripod.

Some subjects for upcoming meetings:

Post processing of images

Automation of an imaging session
Power supplies for the field
CCD camera options

Upcoming Astrophotography Events

The next meeting will be held at Museum of Flight Red Barn Classroom

Get Directions
Clear Sky Map

Latitude 47.517993, Longitude -122.2963839

JUL

09

Astrophotography Special Interest Group Meeting

Tue at 08:00 PM Open to Public

Topic: Planetary/Lunar Imaging

Nik Joshi will be discussing techniques and best practices for planetary and lunar imaging. With the upcoming 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, there is no better time to start imaging the moon!

This group meets to discuss imaging and processing techniques. No experience or special equipment required!

Meets second Tuesday of the month in the Redbarn Classrom at the Museum of Flight.
AUG

13

Astrophotography Special Interest Group Meeting

Tue at 08:00 PM Open to Public

Topic: Imaging Software Overview - Voyager

Wayne Hixson will be sharing his experiences with using Voyager software for image capture and system control (https://www.voyagerastro.com). Come learn about this fantastic control software for running your rig!

This group meets to discuss imaging and processing techniques. No experience or special equipment required!

Meets second Tuesday of the month in the Red Barn Classroom of the Museum of Flight.
SEP

10

Astrophotography Special Interest Group Meeting

Tue at 08:00 PM Open to Public

Topic: Imaging Software Overview - The SkyX and LTI

Stephanie will be sharing her experiences with using The SkyX, as well as LTI (Light for Imaging) for image capture and system control (http://www.bisque.com/sc/pages/TheSkyX-Professional-Edition.aspx). Come learn about this fantastic control software for running your rig, including running LTI on a Raspberry Pi!

This group meets to discuss imaging and processing techniques. No experience or special equipment required!

Meets second Tuesday of the month in the Red Barn Classroom of the Museum of Flight.