The ecliptic, simply put, is the plane of Earth’s orbit around the Sun. It extends beyond that to include the seven other planets. The post What Is the Ecliptic? appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
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Wartime Skygazing: An Amateur Astronomer in Ukraine
Plakha Alexander — amateur astronomer, owner of Astro-Gadget.net, and Ukrainian — shares his experiences since Russia’s invasion began. The post Wartime Skygazing: An Amateur Astronomer in Ukraine appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreTim Russ: Actor, Director, and Amateur Astronomer
Tim Russ is best known for his role as Tuvok on Star Trek: Voyager, but his affinity for space goes further than that — he’s an amateur astronomer, too. The post Tim Russ: Actor, Director, and Amateur Astronomer appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreLong Focal Length Telescopes for Astrophotography
Long focal length scopes are usually discouraged for beginner deep sky astrophotography, but solar system imagers need that extra focal length reach. The post Long Focal Length Telescopes for Astrophotography appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreGetting Started in Deep-Sky Astrophotography
Shopping for gear to get started in astrophotography? Here’s some sage advice before you max out all your credit cards. The post Getting Started in Deep-Sky Astrophotography appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreKerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn: Meteorologist, Pilot, Astrophotographer
Meteorologist and pilot by day, astrophotographer by night: Kerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn shares her pursuit and passion for the hobby. The post Kerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn: Meteorologist, Pilot, Astrophotographer appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreHow to Photograph the Northern Lights
Follow these tips to help capture auroral displays. The post How to Photograph the Northern Lights appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreWhat Is a Quasar?
A quasar is a supermassive black hole gorging on gas in the heart of a distant galaxy. The post What Is a Quasar? appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreGetting Started in Planetary Imaging
It’s planet season! Here are some tips to help you start imaging the giant planets while they’re in easy view. The post Getting Started in Planetary Imaging appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreAstrophotography: How Long Can You Go?
While many astrophotographers follow the “rule of 500” (or 300), some experimentation can help find the right exposure time for your setup. The post Astrophotography: How Long Can You Go? appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
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