Astrophotography

1. You do not need to own any equipment for this project! All you need is an interest in photography. If you are interested in this project, you must contact the instructor within the first five days of class. More detailed instructions will be given to you.  In brief, you will be teamed with a member of the Ogden Astronomical Society who will provide access to a computerized camera and telescope.
2. Take at least two images of deep sky objects.  (You will probably take many more than this.)  An image of the Moon and of a planet would also be nice when possible. The astronomer working with you will help you select these objects.
3. Print out copies of these images on a laser printer. (You can do this in the Natural Science Learning Center, SL 228.) Describe each image including: name and location of object, size of telescope, length of exposure, and what image processing you did.
4. Write a description of the process and your experiences in obtaining these images.