The Cosmos From Canfield, Ontario, Canada
My journey of learning astrophotography...
Follow me as I learn about the sky, astronomy, and astrophotography.
I've been into astronomy (observing) for over 25 years, having started out with a 1960's era refractor from Sears. It was a little shaky to say the least, but it got me started in this amazing hobby when I first saw the rings of Saturn.
Next, I purchased a used 8" Dobsonian reflector telescope around 2001, and since then I've been hooked.
I finally made the move to an equatorial mount in the spring of 2016, and my life hasn't been the same since...
Just a regular guy with a knack for the night skies and it's hidden jewels
There's so much to see in the night sky on a clear night...even with the naked eye, or better yet, with binoculars...
you just have to know where (and how) to look...
I began the journey of learning the dark art of astrophotography in 2017.
Having owned a Pentax DSLR for over 15 years, I decided to merge the 2 hobbies, photography and astronomy. Little did I know what I was getting into...
I started out with a used, astro-modified (internal infrared filter removed) Canon DSLR for astrophotography. While it did the job, it wasn't long before I had to upgrade to a better camera to get the pictures that I wanted.
In the summer of 2020, I began the quest of using a mono (black and white) camera, a cooled ASI1600MM Pro, ZWO filter wheel and LRGB/ Ha, Sii and Oiii filters. A bit of a learning curve, especially processing, but I'm already seeing the rewards.
Prints Available
I am open to selling paper or metal prints of my images, if anyone offers an interest. Something to consider...as it's local, Southern Ontario artwork...
Various media available, please e-mail for details.
Observatory Construction - Spring 2019
Observatory construction beginning Spring 2019!
I have plans and will build a "SkyShed" roll-off roof observatory this spring.
My plans involve solar-powering everything, including telescope, camera(s), filter wheel and motorized focuser, as well as all LED lighting.
Also in the plans are a DIY solar furnace, which will heat the well-insulated control/warm room during the day, so it should be a little more comfortable on those clear, cold winter nights under the stars...
Loosely based on this image of a similar design from somewhere in England, combined with the 8' X 8' SkyShed design
Ground breaking Easter Weekend, 2019. Digging and pouring the concrete pier for the future observatory beginning April 19. Shortly thereafter, pouring a 10' X 20' pad to begin construction of the roll-off-roof observatory...can't wait
