April 14th and 15th there will be a lunar eclipse for North America to enjoy and photograph. In August of 2007 I photographed the last total lunar eclipse we could see from Nothern America but I … Read More
Astrophotography with Fireworks
All packed up and ready to see fireworks my family and friends head out in 5 different cars. Destination was the local fireworks show but not in the park where the show was but behind … Read More
Tips for Photographing the Super Moon
The night before the “Super Moon” of 2013 I practiced taking shots of an almost full moon and a visit of the International Space Station. Here are some tips to taking shots of the moon. … Read More
Dance of the Planets Photos, Jupiter, Mercury, Venus
“There’s some ill planet reigns: I must be patient till the heavens look With an aspect more favourable.” ~ William Shakespeare Quotes, Winter’s Tales Patience is the key to photographing the heavens. I have … Read More
Take Your Own Picture of the International Space Station
Tonight I waved to Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield as he commanded the International Space Station and flew over my house. He didn’t wave back nor did he take the offer of landing and having some coffee … Read More
Square in Night Sky of August, Mars, Saturn, Moon and Spica
Around 9pm tonight (as I write this but August 21, 2012 for those of you not in my room) I noticed a square in the night sky made up of four objects. I decided to … Read More
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