What is Astrophotography
Have you ever wondered if the night-sky could be captured on camera? Did you think that only the Hubble space telescope could accomplish such a feat? Introduce astrophotography.
Astrophotography: What is it
Also known as astronomical, celestial or night-sky photography, astrophotography is a specialized form of photography which is not widely known and combines astronomy, photography and nature. According to author Bert Krages from his book Heavenly Bodies: the Photographer's Guide to Astrophotography, "astrophotography is one of the most demanding applications of optics". (Amherst Media).
Why is it pursued
Astrophotography is unique in that you are attempting to expose in extreme low-light of celestial objects that are billions of miles or light years away. It is very chal...