Since deciding I wanted to start an Equatorial Mount for my budding astrophotography career, I have been going searching for parts. As luck would have it, my brother was rebuilding…
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German Equatorial Mount planning
As a photographer, I have long understood the need for a good tripod and camera mount when operating in low light and thus a need for a German Equatorial Mount…
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Lunar Photography, Lessons from a second night
As I have recently written, I have been enjoying lunar photography with my Canon DSLR camera. My first night was a bit disappointing. However, I did learn a lot which…
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First Telescope Images from my Canon DSLR.
The other night I attempted my first telescope image using my telescope adapter with my Canon EOS Rebol XS DSLR camera. The initial results of my first telescope images are…
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Paul Anthony Wight Remembrances
Paul Anthony Wight Remembrances – Long time Glendale resident, Paul Wight passed away on the morning of February 6th at the age of 92. Paul’s funeral will take place on…
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