Starhunter MilkyWay Astroscape Workshop
Hobbyist Milky Way Workshop
Star Tracking Method
A Star Tracker is a device that rotates your camera to compensate for the Earth’s rotation, making it an invaluable tool for astrophotography. The Starhunter Alliance team often uses the Star Adventurer and Mini MirrorSky for wide-field nightscapes. As the Earth rotates, stars appear to move across the sky. When photographing the night sky, your exposure time is limited because the stars will begin to trail, with the camera sensor capturing their movement.
To achieve sharp, pinpoint stars—or as close to pinpoint as possible—several factors come into play. The degree of star movement, or trailing, depends on your focal length, camera resolution, and shutter speed. The higher the focal length, the more noticeable the trails will be, as zooming in increases the movement of the stars. PhotoPills has a feature called Spot Stars, which can help you determine the maximum exposure time for capturing crisp, pinpoint stars or minimizing star trails in your images.
this workshop includes:
3 HRS OF CONTENT
Comprehensive education with camera settings, tips, & more!
ASTROMASTER
Our expert astromasters are here to guide you!
LEARNING RESOURCES
A quick reference study guide + post-processing.
Here are a few major concepts to master and challenges to overcome in this workshop:
Capturing the beauty of the Milky Way can be challenging, especially in Malaysia, where the Polaris is close to the horizon, making polar alignment tricky. That’s why we’ve included star tracker setup as one of the key techniques in this course to help overcome this challenge.
WORKSHOP PRICING OPTIONS
Access this workshop and community in two ways
Option 1
Purchase This Workshop Only
Option 2 (Recommended)
Access Within Membership
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR MILKY WAY WORKSHOP:
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use a star tracker when Polaris is close to the horizon, master long exposure techniques with the tracker, and discover how to mount your camera on it for optimal results. We’ll also cover AstroPanel post-processing techniques to enhance your Milky Way photos. With plenty of hands-on experience in the field, you’ll leave with the skills and confidence to capture breathtaking images of our galactic core.
Fundamentals : Learn the essentials of capturing Milky Way astroscapes, from setting up your star tracker to mastering long exposure, composition, and multiple exposure techniques.
Hands-On Instruction: Receive personalized guidance and expert tips throughout the hands-on process.
Post-Processing Tips: Explore essential AstroPanel post-processing techniques to enhance the Milky Way and unlock the full potential of your night sky photos.
IN THE 3-HOUR WORKSHOP, YOU WILL LEARN::
- How to capture stunning shots of the Milky Way
- The correct camera settings for milky way tracking
- Tips for focusing in the dark
- How to set up composition at night
- The multi exposure and image stacking
- Techniques for sky and foreground blend
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) :
FAQ 01
FAQ 01. CAN I ATTEND IF I’M NOT A STARHUNTER MEMBER?
Yes! The Milky Way Workshop is designed especially for anyone who has a DSLR camera/ Mirroless Camera they’re learning to use. You don’t need to be a Starhunter member to attend – non-members are always welcome.
Friends and Hobbyist members enjoy free access to events as part of their membership.
FAQ 02
FAQ 02.WHERE ARE MILKY WAY WORKSHOPS HELD?
We’re a regular at the Starhunter Astronomical Collaboration Gateway, a modern and comfortable venue that offers easy access and hosts our workshops.
FAQ 03
FAQ 03.CAN I ATTEND IF I DON’T HAVE A CAMERA?
Yes! If you don’t have a camera and lens, you’re still very welcome to join the Milky Way Workshop. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn more about camera and lens in general and find out which type might be best for you if you’re considering a purchase. You’ll also get to see various types of camera, focal length camera lens and even telescope camera lens, interact with their owners, and chat with experts to help you make an informed decision.
FAQ 04
FAQ 04.DO I NEED A PRIVATE MILKY WAY LESSON INSTEAD?
Private Milky Way Workshops are ideal for those who don’t have the time to attend a group class or need immediate assistance in learning how to use a DSLR or Star Tracker—especially if you’re planning a trip and want to be ready to use your Star tracker set up while on holiday.
A private lesson is also a great option for those with more complex astrophotography, such as star tracker. These types of star tracking often require more in-depth guidance, and one class may not be enough to get you fully comfortable with them. Our Milky Way Workshops will cover Equator Polar Alignment which is an important step in using equatorial mounts. You might prefer to have a private lesson instead where you can receive small group(1-5) learning lesson.
FAQ 05
FAQ 05.HOW EXPERIENCED IS YOUR TEAM?
All of our Starhunter Astro Master guides have extensive experience working with a wide variety of camera and lens, astrogears, including popular brands like ZWO, nikon, sony, canon and more.
FAQ 06
FAQ 06.WHAT IF IT’S CLOUDY OR RAINING?
All events will proceed as scheduled, regardless of weather conditions. While cloudy or rainy weather can sometimes occur, Starhunter Alliance works to adjust the event to maximize opportunities for outdoor activities. If the weather prevents us from being outside, we offer a variety of alternative indoor activities, demonstrations, and assistance, which will take place in a covered area or on a sheltered verandah, ensuring a great experience for all attendees.
Capturing the deep sky has been a dream of mine since I was young.
Thanks to the advancement of astrophotography technology and the support from Starhunter, I’ve finally been able to fulfill my long-held dream of photographing the distant universe.
- Steven Lim
Such a long journey 5 years of sweat and tears to get astrophotography pictures that I have been dreaming off wanting to take but cannot take till now... so so grateful for starhunter help!
- Micheal
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