United Arab Emirates
Grand Stores, UAE
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ASTRO PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS

Astrophotography is the term given to the art of photographing the night sky, and it's surprisingly easy. Join us and learn with MUBARAK “SHANU” MUHAMMADALI

 

Agenda:

  • Introduction and general instructions/ precautions
  • Equipment & Tools Setup
  • Introduction to the night skies objects and constellations / in real time
  • Shooting techniques and camera settings
  • Shooting the Milky Way Galactic Core
  • Different techniques and approaches for mixing the Milky way & the moon with landscapes.

 

What’s required to bring with – for participants:

Lecture: Camera & Tripod

 

GEAR:

  • DSLR / Mirrorless Camera (interchangeable lens)
  • a wide angle lens and/or (14,24,35,50,70,100,200)mm lens preferably with an aperture of F2.8 or lower
  • a sturdy tripod
  • fully charged battery + extra batteries + power banks
  • head lamp(torch lights)
  • Shutter release or an intervalometer will be very useful.

 

GENERAL REMARKS:

  • Put on proper clothing / (full cloths including long sleeves / long pants / socks and sport shoes)
  • Be mindful in using the torch light or flashlight as to not disturb the other photographers.
  • Please make sure that your car has sufficient petrol – a full tank, ideally
  • Please bring your own refreshments and snacks
  • other items : Chair, ID, Tissues

 

Date and time:

9th September 2023, 6pm

 

Location: Al Qua, Al Razeen, Abu Dhabi

Contact person: Shanu – 0565057984

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