Destris Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hello, I'm Thomas,Hey I have recently got into Astronomy and really took a liking to it! I have been using my dads telescopes for a little while but i am looking into buying my own. I would like to get into AstroPhotography. I would love to know some tips and information also to get fully started on my new hobby. thanks see you all around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi Thomas and welcome to this wonderful Hobby/Lifestyle. while deep sky photography can be very expensive, planets,moon and the sun (WITH THE RIGHT FILTERS) can be done fairly cheaply with a scope+webcam. take your time and just remember reason you got into this.....to have fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destris Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hey Thank you yeah I may just have fun with it at the moment like you said. I have actually just bought The practical Astronomer book by DK going to read it tonight. is there any other websites/Books for info on this topic? once again couldn't thank you enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wookie1965 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 A warm welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi Thomas and welcome to SGL, If you are really intent on purchasing a scope to use for Astrophotography, your first purchase, which many of the members will recommend, is a copy of Steve Richards book " Making Every Photon Count " see FLO top of page. A very absorbing subject open to many pitfalls for the unwary, enjoy your Astronomy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destris Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hello Oh okay ill take a look for that next week John Thank you very much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hello Thomas and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 As far as websites go, it'd be pretty hard to top this one for information/help... for me, the best book on astro photography would have to be the one already mentioned, making every photon count. it could end up saving you a lot of money. wish i'd read it first Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesF Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Welcome to SGLJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi from me too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxoLight Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi Thomas and welcome to the lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIP3802 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi, Thomas, and welcome to SGL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi Thomas, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronl Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi Thomas welcome to the loungeGood luck with the A P.Clear Sky's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi Thomas and welcome to the forum. Have to agree with John (glowjet) above regarding the book - a must have resource if your are going anywhere near astrophotography or as we like to call it, the "Dark Art" Other than that the next best advice is to take your time, plough through all the info and resources here before making any purchase. As the old saying goes, "no rush, the stars aren't going anywhere"Clear skies and enjoy the forumJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helicalwave Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Welcome.Astrophotography is a great way to get into astronomy as I am finding out. All my budget went into my scope and mount, so while I save for the my sync scan goto drive, I use my iPhone:These pics were my first attempt, btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destris Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 Thank you guys what a brilliant community this is. Ha wow helicalwave that's impressive with an iPhone. Looks fantastic. I've actuall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destris Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 Sorry the last bit of text is a typo sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andreas Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 Welcome to SGL Thomas!You've come to the right place as a new hobbyist!The "Beginners" section of the forum will help you a lot on the way.Andreas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michigander Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 Welcome to SGL, Thomas!Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Steele Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Hi Thomas and welcome to the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrodave Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Hi and welcome from me too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m37 Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Just got Making Every Photon Count myself and I can really recommend it. Even if you decide not to get into imaging it is a really interesting read.Welcome to the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siriusmeg Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Hello and welcome from me too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pig Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Hello & welcome Shaun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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