For inquiries about astrophotography techniques, night sky photography, or our telescope workshops, feel free to contact us at 925-212-3757.
About
About Me
What to Expect
My Approach
With a background in Science and Engineering, I work as a water resource engineer by day. My true passion lies in adventure photography, particularly in capturing the beauty of nature both near and far. For the past 30 years, I've been an enthusiastic visual astronomer, focusing on night sky photography and the stunning celestial objects
With a background in Science and Engineering, I work as a water resource engineer by day. My true passion lies in adventure photography, particularly in capturing the beauty of nature both near and far. For the past 30 years, I've been an enthusiastic visual astronomer, focusing on night sky photography and the stunning celestial objects that I usually enjoy observing through various telescopes in the darkest skies. In my astrophotography techniques, I am constantly reminded of the awe-inspiring beauty and humbling vastness of the cosmos. I utilize a DSLR, a cooled CMOS astrophotography camera by ZWO, Sony A7ii, and Pentax for my captures. I also employ telescopic equipment from brands like Celestron, GSO, Televue, William Optics, and Explorer Scientific, often seeking out opportunities to participate in telescope workshops to enhance my skills.
My Approach
What to Expect
My Approach
My approach to astrophotography and visual observing is centered around having fun while keeping things simple. You don’t need tens of thousands of dollars worth of gear to take stunning night sky photography. As with many hobbies, especially when it comes to astrophotography techniques and telescopic visual observing, it requires time to
My approach to astrophotography and visual observing is centered around having fun while keeping things simple. You don’t need tens of thousands of dollars worth of gear to take stunning night sky photography. As with many hobbies, especially when it comes to astrophotography techniques and telescopic visual observing, it requires time to learn how to navigate a telescope effectively to find the objects you want to observe or to successfully photograph and frame them in the dark sky. Investing time is essential to set you on the right path. My goal is to shorten that learning curve and share my passion for the night sky with you. If you are just getting started in this hobby and would like to book a telescope workshop or working session, I can tailor something to your specific needs. Whether or not you have your own telescope or camera, you can learn how to photograph the night sky or simply explore it using telescopes.
What to Expect
What to Expect
What to Expect
How To's can include a simple viewing experience of galaxies, planets, and other fascinating objects in the night sky through a telescope. Perhaps you are also interested in capturing the Milky Way and other stunning scenes with your camera using astrophotography techniques. In my telescope workshops or personal sessions, you’ll learn:
How To's can include a simple viewing experience of galaxies, planets, and other fascinating objects in the night sky through a telescope. Perhaps you are also interested in capturing the Milky Way and other stunning scenes with your camera using astrophotography techniques. In my telescope workshops or personal sessions, you’ll learn:
What equipment to use and how to correctly set up your camera for composition in the field,
How to find your focus and exposure in the dark,
How to capture the Milky Way and create striking photos of the night sky.
If you’re just getting started, I’ll recommend some essential equipment,
And help you appreciate the wonder of actually seeing what we photograph through the telescope.
You won’t need to worry about asking to look through a telescope—there will be at least two available for your use. I provide a lesson plan that ensures you walk away with valuable knowledge. Ideally, it’s best to conduct field sessions away from city lights. However, my workshops or sessions can also be arranged on-site (at a school, facility, or park) for small to medium-sized groups.