EcksMarksTheSpot Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hello there!I have finally made the plunge into 'proper' astronomy after a childhood spent staring at the stars through binoculars with my parents. After moving to a house 2 years ago that is lucky enough to be in the middle of no-where, and being able to see the milky way on a clear evening, I have been researching and lusting after buying a scope ever since (oh, and the saving bit too).I finally ordered my SW 200p EQ5 from FLO late last week and have been re-reading Nightwatch and TLaO in eager anticipation. Whilst I have a very rudimentary knowledge of the common constellations, I have very little knowledge of using a scope, so I'm sure I will be asking a ton of questions very soon.I'm sure now that I've ordered the scope and all this good weather is due to pass that I'll be staring at clouds for weeks, so I thought it would be a good time to introduce myself :-)I'm also looking forward to in the future dabbling with astro-photography (what beginner doesn't say this?) but it's not something I'll be doing for some time yet. I have 10 years of Photoshop professional experience and use it every day, so it's only all the other parts that sound scary!Anyway, hello!Jon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damnut Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi There,And welecome to SGL, we are a friendly lot! Good scope, but it is now your fault that the cloud is moving in!!!Clear Skies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbk44 Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hello and welcome. I like the sound of your scope, you'll be in for a treat with those dark skys where you live. Questions? Well you've come to the right place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi Jon and welcome to the forumYou seem like someone who enjoys a good read, so can I suggest you get a hold of Steve Richards "Making Every Photon Count" (FLO£19.95) as a way of gaining a seriously good overview on the subject of imaging. It's very comprehensive and will advise what you need and why you need it and will place your self at the right level that will help satisfy your expectations. A lot of people initially focus on the data capture side of imaging with questions concerning which scope or mount etc which I suppose is to be expected but that's only half the story, the other half concerns itself with data processing which can make such a difference to the final image. The book is modestly priced and I would argue that not only is it a good read (should the clouds come in!) but it might save you a few quid when you come round to investing in this area in the future. In any case welcome aboard and wishing you clear skiesJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosmological Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hello and welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Imp Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi Jon,Welcome to SGL.Nice piece of kit you've got on the way, you will see loads with that from your dark location.Don't take it too seriously when everyone blames you for the change in weather Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swamp thing Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hello JonWelcome to the lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Strings Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EcksMarksTheSpot Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 Many thanks for all the kind welcomes!Also, thanks for the recommendation for Every Photon Counts - I had eyed it up already, but decided to hang back until I've learned more about the night-sky first, but I'm glad to hear it's a good read(and you're right, I like a good read!).I will definately be buying it before all the kit though (I also realise that the mount I have is not suited to AP, but this was more a matter of cost and dipping my toe in the water first).Out of interest, do people have suggestions for books more fundamental to astronomy; I recently bought The Fabric of the Cosmos, and it's next on my bookcase to read. I wondered if there were any others that are maybe a little less techy, and more centred on astronomy as a companion?Thanks!Jon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saturn4me Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi and welcome to SGL:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astroandy101 Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi and Welcome to the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Ritchie Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi Jon, welcome to SGL - i'm also on the Hampshire/Sussex border, whereabouts are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EcksMarksTheSpot Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 Ah, Bosham is lovely! At the other side; just outside of Rogate (west of Midhurst).Jon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Welcome to the forum Jon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericgraham Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Welcome to SGL- I'm a newcomer here too. I grew up in Lowfield Heath Sussex, but now I'm lucky enough to live even more in the middle of nowhere- New Mexico 10 miles from the nearest village, 25 from a town and 80 from a city Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hello Jon and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quark Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hello Jon and a warm welcome to SGL from me also.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkWispa Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Welcome Jon to SGL Heres the place to be for help and sharing pics enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pessoa Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi and welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Who_46 Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 hi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
appalachik Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi Jon, nice of you to join us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaMike Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Hi Jon,Welcome to the forum.Another book frequently mentioned is "Turn left at Orion", which should help your star-hopping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Hi Jon and welcome to SGL John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faulksy Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 hi jon and welcome enjoy your new scope.fire away with any questions you like some one will no the answer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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