Photo Contest - When You Wish Upon A Star (7/6 - 7/16)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a photo contest themed "When You Wish Upon A Star," focusing on submissions related to NASA, astronomy, and space exploration. Participants discuss contest rules, share their entries, and engage in conversations about photography techniques and experiences related to the theme.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Technical explanation
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Participants inquire about the rationale behind the specific photo size limit of 650x490 pixels, suggesting that a square format might be more equitable.
  • Some participants express concerns about the difficulty of capturing suitable images for the contest, particularly in urban settings with light pollution.
  • One participant shares a photo of the Milky Way and discusses its location, prompting questions about the existence of another Las Vegas in New Mexico.
  • There is a discussion about the eligibility of certain types of images, such as those featuring planes, which must have a direct connection to the contest theme.
  • Several entries are shared, including astrophotography of M42, with participants discussing the technical aspects of their photography and the limitations imposed by contest rules.
  • Participants reflect on their experiences with astrophotography and the challenges of capturing fine details in images.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying opinions on the contest rules and the feasibility of submitting appropriate images. There is no consensus on the size limit for photos or the types of images that qualify for the contest, indicating ongoing debate.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention technical challenges related to astrophotography, such as focusing issues and the impact of light pollution on image quality. The discussion highlights the subjective nature of photography and the personal experiences of participants in capturing celestial imagery.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in astrophotography, photography contests, or those looking to engage with a community focused on space and astronomy may find this discussion valuable.

  • #31
neutrino said:
Nice picture. You might want to get some more pictures of the surrounding area as well. It seems they won't remain the same for long. :frown:
http://skyandtelescope.com/news/article_1738_1.asp

Yeah, I know about that, which is too bad.

And yes, I did take a lot of pictures of the surrounding, and will take more during the banquet.

Zz.
 
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  • #32
Moonbear said:
Okay, I think this is the best I'm going to get. I learned a lot about how to use my camera tonight, but without a tripod, I'm going to pass out from holding my breath if I make any more attempts to get a steadier shot. It's not quite what I was hoping for, but at least it's something.

http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/6250/mooniesmoon0sn.jpg
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I like the clouds and the colors!
 
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  • #33
This contest is still on-going. You have a few days left to submit a photo.

Zz.
 
  • #34
#$%&#*

I just got back from visiting the Evergreen Aviation Museum today, and they had added a couple of new exhibits which fit right in with the theme of this constest. I got photos, but I've already submitted a photo for this contest! (and a lame one at that!)
 
  • #35
Janus said:
#$%&#*

I just got back from visiting the Evergreen Aviation Museum today, and they had added a couple of new exhibits which fit right in with the theme of this constest. I got photos, but I've already submitted a photo for this contest! (and a lame one at that!)


You're telling me!

We had our banquet at Yerkes last Thursday, and we had perfect weather for viewing, etc. So I also have more pictures of the historic facility, especially on that refracting telescope, that are a lot more interesting than the one I submitted.

Zz.
 
  • #36
I'm ending this particular contest right now since I'm guessing that there's no more entries, even though there's still several hours left today. I'm not waiting till tomorrow to do all the polling because I can already tell that tomorrow will be hellish for me. So if you have a picture but haven't submitted it yet, you're out of luck.

Zz.
 

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