Astrophotography
The things that are possible with astronomy and astrophotography are out of this world. Both come with their own specific sets of skills and it takes great time and dedication to yield exceptional results with either discipline. The following articles aim to provide you with all the tips and tricks from professional astronomers and astrophotographers so that you can view and capture the skies above.
Read: How to | Photograph the Leonid Meteor Shower [UPDATED]
We offer a quick guide to capturing unforgettable shots of the Leonids, with tips from astrophotography expert Chris Grimmer Read More24 October 2024
Read: How to | Identify Planets in our Solar System
It’s easy to view the planets in our solar system — if you know how. Here’s our guide to planet-spotting from home Read More03 October 2024
Read: How to | Photograph the Night Sky
Photographing the night sky is easier than you might think, and with a few simple tricks, you'll soon be able to capture beautiful photographs of the stars and beyond. Read More15 August 2024
Read: Astrophotography with a smartphone camera? | Huawei P20 Pro versus Canon 70D
Chris Grimmer pits a high-end smartphone against a DSLR for astrophotography Read More11 November 2019
Read: Photographing a Blood Moon | Tips for Shooting a Lunar Eclipse
Chris Grimmer explains how to photograph a blood moon in preparation for the UK’s last total lunar eclipse until 2022 Read More18 January 2019
Read: How to Photograph the Supermoon
Monday November 14th will see the largest supermoon for decades. Chris Grimmer explains how to capture it Read More07 November 2016
Read: Behind the Image: A Wise Son Makes a Glad Father, by Robin Stuart
Robin Stuart’s triumphant image was a hit at Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2016. He tells us the story of the shot Read More11 October 2016
Read: Behind the Image: Chris Grimmer, Veil Nebula
We talk to astrophotographer Chris Grimmer to find out how much work goes into a spectacular nebula image (spoiler: a lot) Read More11 February 2016
Read: How to Photograph the International Space Station
NASA’s International Space Station is an elusive photographic subject as it whizzes through our skies. We speak to a pro astronomer to find out how to capture it Read More04 December 2015
Read: Behind the Image: Lefteris Velissaratos, The Arrow Missed the Heart
Lefteris Velissaratos won deserved accolades in Astronomy Photographer of the Year for an image showing a comet passing through the heart of a nebula. We catch up with him to find out more … Read More29 October 2015
Read: A Beginner’s Guide to Deep-sky Astrophotography
Beautiful images of deep-space phenomena are by no means beyond your reach as a photographer. Chris Grimmer explains how to get started… Read More23 October 2015
Read: A Beginner’s Guide to Astrophotography using CCD Systems
Thinking about giving astrophotography a go? Nik Szymanek explains the equipment required and the process of capturing images using CCD cameras. Read More26 March 2015
Read: How to: Photograph the Northern Lights in Arctic Norway
Photographer Darrell Jordan has photographed the aurora borealis in Arctic Norway several times, so he's shared with us his advice for photographing this incredible phenomenon. Read More14 March 2013
