Astro Landscape Photography

7899 N. Blackstone,Fresno CA 93720

19 May, 2022

Description

Learn the simple steps to Astro Landscape Photography. You don’t need special equipment; you just need a little know-how. Milky Way season is upon us! Learn the secrets of the universe as it applies to your photography. Experienced astro landscape photographer, Joseph Hawkins will show you his step-by-step method for capturing spectacular Milky Way images. His class will provide you with all the the information you need to photograph the Milky Way, from start to finish. His method is easy to follow and foolproof, as long as the sky conditions cooperate. Topics will include: Planning your nighttime shootScouting out a good locationEssential camera gearWhat you need to bring in addition to your camera gearHow to pinpoint where the Milky Way will appear in the skyComposition tips Proper camera settingsFocusing tipsLight painting tipsPost processing tipsAbout the Instructor: “I have fallen in love with combining the night sky with the wonders of the landscape” - Dr. Joseph B. Hawkins Jr. Joseph Hawkins has a passion for all types of photography, with specialized knowledge and experience in landscape photography. He has traveled the globe exploring and photographing different cultures and landscapes. Joseph has developed a method and workflow for planning and executing successful night sky photo shoots. Joseph often spends the weekends with his good friends, hiking and photographing the dramatic landscapes in the High Sierras. When he is not photographing the wonders of the universe, Joseph is busy with his medical practice in Fresno. He is a doctor and founder of Sierra Endocrine Associates. The walls of his office complex are decorated with many images that he’s captured from all over the world. You can see more of his images on his website: https://hawkinsphotoalchemy.net/ Outer space is infinite, however, class space limited. It will fill up fast, so sign up now!