Messier 20 - The Trifid Nebula | Astrophotography Tips and Images
Messier 20 is a great target for amateur astrophotographers, no matter which instrument you own. A close-up image will show a lot of...
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Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Aug 8, 20239 min read
Messier 51 - The Whirlpool Galaxy | 255-Hour Astrophotography Collaboration
Amateur astrophotographers can photograph the Whirlpool Galaxy using any type of camera for astrophotography. See photos and get tips here.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Aug 5, 20236 min read
How to Take Calibration Frames: Darks, Flats, Bias, Flat Darks...
Full guide on calibration frames. What are darks, flats, bias, flat darks, and how to take them?
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 31, 20234 min read
IC 4592 - The Blue Horsehead Nebula - Astrophotography
IC 4592 is a beautiful reflection nebula in the constellation Scorpius. It is very close to the brighter, larger, and more colorful Rho...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 29, 20237 min read
A Guide to Solar Observation with Vespera
Use Vespera to observe the Sun from anywhere in the world. Check out our guide to learn how to set up this smart telescope step-by-step.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 28, 202315 min read
The Milky Way Galaxy - Wide-Field DSLR Astrophotography
A compilation of our favorite Milky Way images taken over the years, with information for each of them!
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 26, 20234 min read
LDN 1235 - The Shark Nebula - The most difficult object imaged so far
LDN 1235, the Shark Nebula, is a dark/reflection nebula in the constellation Cepheus. This was the most difficult deep sky object I ever...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 26, 20236 min read
Hestia: A Revolutionary Smart Telescope for Astrophotography
The newest product by Vaonis, Hestia can turn your smartphone into a smart telescope. Get more details about this revolutionary smart telesc
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 24, 20237 min read
Messier 24 - The Sagittarius Star Cloud | Astrophotography Tips & Pictures
Messier 24, also known as the Small Sagittarius Star Cloud, is a large region of sky that is completely filled with stars. This...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 19, 20237 min read
Total Solar Eclipse - Info & Where to Buy Solar Eclipse Glasses
A total solar eclipse is one of four types of eclipses. Learn more about this rare event and where to buy your solar eclipse sunglasses.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 15, 20234 min read
QHY715C Review - The Best Uncooled Astro Camera for Under $200?
The QHY715C is a color planetary camera with the low price tag of $199. It has a 1/2.8″ sensor, a resolution of 8.4 Megapixels, and can...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 12, 20237 min read
Rho Ophiuchi - Widefield Photography of our closest Stellar Nursery
The Rho Ophiuchi Cloud Complex imaged in all types of ways! DSLR + Lens, Telescope mosaic, and more. A beautiful Milky Way broadband target.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 12, 20239 min read
M16 - The Eagle Nebula & The Pillars of Creation
Messier 16 is one of the most iconic deep sky objects in the night sky, we imaged this target with our stock DSLR camera and cooled mono!
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 5, 20238 min read
How to Prepare for A Solar Eclipse - Total, Partial, and Annular
Discover what you need to know to prepare for a total, partial, or annular solar eclipse. Learn where to purchase solar eclipse sunglasses.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jul 4, 20237 min read
The Best DSLR Settings for Milky Way Photography
Milky Way photography is exciting and overall easy even for complete beginners. Although you likely can get a nice picture of the Milky...
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