Galactic Course - Star Trails
The Star Trails photography course will teach you everything you need to know about shooting the night sky and combining the pictures to create beautiful Star Trails.
Welcome to our Star Trails course!
How to Navigate this Course
Useful Resources
Table of Contents
Astrophotography Glossary
Introduction
The Camera: Canon 7D Mark II
The Lens: Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
Image Acquisition: Wired Intervalometer
The Tripod: Carbon Fiber Tripod
Other Accessories: SD Card / Battery Pack
Optional: Star Tracker
Equipment: Summary
Introduction
When & Where to Shoot Star Trails
Useful Apps for Planning
Useful Photopills Features
How to Find Polaris
The Settings We Use for Star Trails
Planning and Settings: Summary
Introduction
Scouting the Location
Setting Up the Equipment
Focusing the Lens
Taking Star Trails Images of the Sky
Extra: How to Use the Built-In Intervalometer Feature in Newer Cameras
Capturing Light: Summary
Introduction
Ordering a Metal or Acrylic Print
Hanging your Art
Star Trails: Conclusion