Brayshaws Astro Panoramic Photography Workshop

Astro Panorama Workshop: Capture the Night in Stunning Wide-Angle Views 🌌✨

Ever gazed up at the night sky and wished you could capture its vastness and beauty in one breathtaking image? Those jaw-dropping panoramic shots of the stars and galaxies don’t happen by chance—they’re the result of expert techniques and a deep understanding of astrophotography. Our Astro Panorama Workshop is designed to teach you the art and science behind creating stunning, wide-angle images of the night sky that seem to stretch endlessly across the horizon.

In this workshop, you’ll dive into the essential techniques needed to capture sweeping views of the stars, from the Milky Way to entire constellations, and stitch them together into breathtaking panoramic shots. Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Mastering Panoramic Photography: We’ll walk you through the process of capturing multiple exposures of the night sky, covering everything from framing your shots to ensuring seamless overlaps between images. You’ll learn how to plan your panoramic shoot, decide on the number of frames needed for the composition, and make sure you capture every detail in perfect alignment.
• Stitching Images Together Seamlessly: Taking the individual shots is only the beginning! You’ll discover how to use software tools like Adobe Lightroom or specialized panorama software to stitch your images together. We’ll show you how to align and blend your shots perfectly, resulting in a smooth, continuous panoramic image that showcases the vast beauty of the night sky.
• Perfecting Exposure for Night Sky Panoramas: Capturing the night sky requires precise camera settings. You’ll learn how to adjust your exposure settings—shutter speed, ISO, and aperture—to capture every detail of the stars while maintaining clarity in your final panorama. We’ll also dive into balancing light sources such as moonlight or light pollution to ensure your images are clean and detailed.
• Overcoming Challenges of Low Light: Shooting in low-light conditions can be tricky, but we’ll teach you techniques to overcome common challenges such as noise reduction, long-exposure stability, and how to focus in the dark. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have the confidence to handle even the darkest nights with your camera.
• Creating Compelling Compositions: A great panoramic shot isn’t just about capturing the stars—it’s about framing your scene to tell a story. We’ll cover how to incorporate foreground elements, like mountains, trees, or even cityscapes, to give your astro panoramas a sense of scale and drama. You’ll learn how to balance the foreground and background to create a truly compelling image.
• Post-Processing for Astro Panoramas: After you’ve captured your shots and stitched them together, we’ll walk you through post-processing techniques to enhance the final image. Learn how to bring out the natural colors of the Milky Way, reduce noise, and fine-tune the details to make your panorama pop.
• Planning and Timing Your Astro Panorama Shoot: Timing is everything in astrophotography. We’ll teach you how to plan your shoots around optimal conditions, from clear skies to the phases of the moon, and how to use apps and tools to track the position of the stars and Milky Way for your perfect shot.

Whether you're hoping to capture vast, star-filled landscapes or the majestic sweep of the Milky Way across the sky, this workshop will provide you with all the tools and techniques needed to take your astrophotography to the next level. You’ll walk away with the knowledge and confidence to create awe-inspiring panoramas of the night sky that will leave others in awe.

Join us for a night under the stars, learn from experienced instructors, and gain skills you’ll use for a lifetime in your astrophotography journey.

📆 Spots are limited, so sign up today to secure your place!