Posted in Tools

Feedback on Using N.I.N.A for the First Time

I kind of like “clear enough” nights. Those nights when the weather conditions are less than ideal,…

Posted in Tools

Reviewing My Astrophotography Process

With everything going on lately, I totally missed the fact that I’ve now posted over 100 blog…

Posted in Galaxies

Shooting M81 & M82 with the Samyang 135mm

I’ve learned that if the skies are clear, you better be outside. Because you never know when…

Posted in Lens Accessories

Samyang 135mm Lens Focuser – Available Now

The DPD guy made my Monday when he showed up to deliver the wire wrap tool I…

Posted in Lens Accessories

Samyang Focuser – Yes, I’m Working on It!

I really do appreciate it when people reach out to ask questions. In fact, more than appreciation,…

Posted in Nebulae

Father and Son Time – Imaging and Testing

Up to this point, I mentioned that I’d had a lot of fun getting my kids outside…

Groove Cutting Tool - Gamma Upgrades to Chase Away the Winter Weather Blues
Posted in Star Trackers

Winter Weather Blues – Trying to Stay Busy

All my best-laid plans for this winter have thus far been held hostage by the weather. Over…

Posted in Nebulae

The California Nebula with My Friend Murphy

It’s been quite a while since I’ve been able to head outside and shoot. So after obsessing…

Gamma Camera Mount Upgrade
Posted in Star Trackers

Gamma Camera Mount Upgrade and Testing

It’s been about three weeks since I’ve had the opportunity to get outside for imaging. That’s par…

Posted in Star Trackers

Gamma Deep Dive Pt. 2 – Planetary Gear Drive

Time to get into some of the things you want to see with the Star Tracker Gamma….

Posted in Star Trackers

Gamma Deep Dive Pt. 1 – Code and Electronics

I won’t even try to pretend that this post is going to be all slick and stylish….

Gamma Assembled
Posted in 3D Printed

Setting My Next Goals for Astrophotography

I think I’ve learned that this is the yuckiest time of the year for astrophotography. It’s been…