Have you seen the stunning night sky in New Mexico captured with a Canon 300D?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the beauty of the night sky in New Mexico, as captured through photography using a Canon 300D camera. Participants share their experiences and aspirations related to astronomy and stargazing, with a focus on the visual appeal of celestial objects and locations suitable for observing the night sky.

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Main Points Raised

  • Several participants share photographs taken in New Mexico, highlighting the quality of the images captured with a Canon 300D and the Takahashi Sky Patrol camera mount.
  • One participant expresses a desire to see the Milky Way in person, indicating a personal connection to the experience of stargazing.
  • A participant recounts a past experience at the Keck Observatory, noting the impressive visibility of stars and how it sparked their interest in astronomy.
  • Some participants express admiration for the photographs, with one stating a wish to improve their own astrophotography skills.
  • There is a suggestion to hold a Sisterhood convention in New Mexico or Hawaii, indicating a desire to gather in locations known for their dark skies.
  • Another participant mentions researching Seneca Rocks as a potential weekend trip for stargazing, showing interest in exploring dark sky locations.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the beauty of the night sky and the appeal of locations like New Mexico and Hawaii for stargazing. However, there are no settled conclusions regarding specific photography techniques or locations for observing celestial phenomena.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of experience with astrophotography, and there are references to specific locations that may have different levels of accessibility and visibility for stargazing.

Who May Find This Useful

Astronomy enthusiasts, photographers interested in astrophotography, and individuals looking for dark sky locations for stargazing may find this discussion relevant.

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Here is a picture I took this past weekend while in New Mexico. This is a single shot from a Canon 300D mounted on Takahashi Sky Patrol camera mount,280 seconds, ISO 800.


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larkspur said:
Here is a picture I took this past weekend while in New Mexico. This is a single shot from a Canon 300D mounted on Takahashi Sky Patrol camera mount,280 seconds, ISO 800.


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It's beautiful! My dream is to go out to the desert sometime and see the Milky Way with my own eyes.
 
A few years ago, I attended a conference in Hawaii. While there, I took a tour of the Keck Observatory on Mauna Kea. I had never imagined there were so many stars to be seen with the naked eye. That experience got me interested in Astronomy.

Here is another photo taken this past weekend. You can see the Andromeda Galaxy if you look just above the telescope in the picture.

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larkspur said:
Here is a picture I took this past weekend while in New Mexico. This is a single shot from a Canon 300D mounted on Takahashi Sky Patrol camera mount,280 seconds, ISO 800.


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Wow! Cool! (What more can I say?)
 
Truly awesome pics. Maybe we should have our next Sisterhood convention in New Mexico or Hawaii.
 
larkspur said:
Here is a picture I took this past weekend while in New Mexico. This is a single shot from a Canon 300D mounted on Takahashi Sky Patrol camera mount,280 seconds, ISO 800.


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wow, that is a good picture . wish i could take pictures of the sky like that. The only thing that i can take a picture of with any success is the moon and a picture of orion but your picture is way better.
 
Math Is Hard said:
Truly awesome pics. Maybe we should have our next Sisterhood convention in New Mexico or Hawaii.
I would certainly show up for that one! The closest dark sky to me is in Moonbears neck of the woods. Spruce Knob, WV.
 
larkspur said:
I would certainly show up for that one! The closest dark sky to me is in Moonbears neck of the woods. Spruce Knob, WV.
Cool! I was just recently looking up info on Seneca Rocks, which is really close to there, as a possible weekend trip idea for the summer. That information now makes that an even more appealing idea. :cool:
 

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