Description
Milky Way Photography Workshops are Scheduled May through October for one person.
Session for two people available.
To be scheduled based on Milky Way Visibility, ~3 hours on location* plus 3-hour post-processing session via Zoom. This is a 2-part workshop.
Do you currently own a DSLR or mirrorless camera? If so, have you ever marveled at the remarkable low-light capabilities of modern digital cameras? These advanced cameras can capture breathtaking images even in dimly lit conditions. Have you ever contemplated immersing yourself in the enchanting realm of night photography? It’s a captivating and intriguing genre that demands a distinctive approach compared to daytime photography. By mastering the right techniques, you can capture awe-inspiring landscapes adorned with twinkling stars and even immortalize the mesmerizing beauty of the Milky Way. A deep understanding of manipulating your camera settings in low-light environments can unveil a whole new world of photographic opportunities, enabling you to seize the elusive allure of the night sky.
​In this two-part Milky Way photography workshop, you will learn how to capture stunning images of the Milky Way. The workshop will cover topics such as camera settings, lens considerations, night photography etiquette, white balance adjustments, exposure, and basic processing. Additionally, the course will explore different types of night light and discuss exposure considerations during blue hour, civil twilight, nautical twilight, astronomical twilight, and night. You will also learn how to stack Milky Way images and enhance the details in the night sky from your RAW images. The course will cover various post-processing techniques and software.
​The 3+ hour in-person session plus a 3-hour post-processing online session will cover these topics in depth. Students will gain a solid grounding in Milky Way & general night photography including best practices essential for success.
​Session includes critique of a submitted night image. (Optional)
​EXPECTED OUTCOMES
Students who complete this class will be able to capture and process Milky Way & astro-landscape images.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
All levels of photographers will benefit from this course.
​Place: Live & Online – Instructor-Led, 6+ hours total instruction.
​Date: Scheduled based on Milky Way Visibility, 3 hours on location*
​Night Photography Review & Post-Processing on Zoom :
The registrant will have access to the recorded post-processing Zoom class.
Cost: $325 for 1 person
(No refunds) **
Amount listed ($338) includes the 4% credit card convenience fee. Other payment options are below.
Important: This is a very weather-dependent workshop. In case of cloudy weather the workshop will be rescheduled. If rescheduled date conflicts with your schedule, you may use the registration fee towards another workshop (Milky Way or other). Please note that several astronomical forecasting tools are used to determine a good night of clarity, but it is not a perfect science. Clarity of the sky can change rapidly. Flexibility is very important when chasing the night skies. If the forecast is good but the actual conditions are not when we arrive at the destination, we will reschedule or move to another location if feasible.
​* Location will be selected based on the forecast. Generally, Eastern Massachusetts (including Cape Cod), Rhode Island, and southern New Hampshire. The actual shooting location may change at the last minute due to the cloud forecast. Location will vary depending on the forecast. Some locations require a fair amount of walking to the shoot location. Some locations are close to the parking area.
** If you are sick or feeling unwell (please stay home), I will gladly reschedule.
​Gear and Notes
- Make sure to dress in layers and wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Required: DSLR or mirrorless camera
- Wide to super wide lens (f/2.8 or faster recommended)
- Lens hood and lens cap.
- Fully charged camera batteries.
- Tripod
- Shutter release
- Formatted memory card.
- Dew heater is optional but recommended. This is an example of a power bank to use with it.
- Knowledge of how to access your camera’s manual settings, ISO, white balance and shutter speed.
- Red flashlight (to be used if necessary while shooting).
- Flashlight (to help navigate to shooting location in the dark).
- Bug spray
- Recommended: A collapsible chair, snacks, and water.
Once registered for the workshop, I will send out specific details to you the morning of the on-location shoot and three days before the post-processing session.
These are the links to Venmo, CashApp, and PayPal. Graphical codes are below. Please consider sending the workshop tuition ($325) as a friend payment as they all charge fees otherwise. Please be sure to submit the form below if using any of these cash apps.
I also accept Zelle and checks. Contact me if you wish to use either of these.
I accept Credit Card payments as well. As I am no longer able to absorb their ever-increasing fees, I sadly have to pass their fees on to you. A 4% convenience fee has been added to the workshop tuition for credit card payments.
Note: No physical tickets will be mailed out. A confirmation email will be sent to you once payment is received. I will then contact you to schedule a call to discuss the plan. Thank you.
Please complete and submit this form as the workshop is tailored to the attendees’ experience.
Silvana Della Camera
Patricia Fillipino –
I found Silvana quite by accident. Her website came across my Facebook feed for learning how to take Milky way pictures. She has an abundance of knowledge on astrophotography. Don’t let this intimidate you as I knew absolutely nothing on this before taking my private season with her. She is extremely patience in showing you how to use the proper equipment to focus, how to locate the Milky way (it is hard to see if at all with the naked eye at least for me) and to NOT be afraid of high ISO. She will teach you how to take pictures to stack and then later show you how to do this. The best part, your editing session is all record so you can go back and refer to it again and again. I would highly recommend taking a private session with Silvana. You will learn a LOT. Side note: she has a great personality so it makes it a lot of fun. Don’t think about it, just sign up.
Silvana Della Camera –
Thank you so much for the feedback, Patricia! I am happy to hear that you enjoyed the workshop!