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Messier 3 - 1 Hour on a Bright Globular Cluster
Messier 3 is a globular cluster located in Canes Venatici. In just one hour, we were able to capture this cluster with more than 274 stars.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Apr 22, 20213 min read


M46 and M47 - Two Open Clusters and a Hidden Nebula Astrophotography
Messier 46 and Messier 47 are two open clusters in the constellations Puppis. See example photos and a hidden nebula in our post.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Apr 21, 20213 min read


The easiest Nebulae for Beginner Astrophotographers
Welcome to our guide about the easiest nebulae for beginners to photograph! We have selected what we believe are the best five nebulae to...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Apr 14, 20216 min read


The Twin Quasar - A Rare Astrophotography Target Showing Gravitational Lensing
A rarely photographed astrophotography target by amateurs, the Twin Quasar is a sight to see. Find out how to capture it yourself.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Apr 12, 20214 min read


Messier 64 - The Black Eye Galaxy Astrophotography on a Full Moon
Messier 64, also known as the Black Eye Galaxy, is a swirling galaxy hidden by dark clouds. See astrophotography images and tips here.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Apr 7, 20213 min read


QHY600 Review: Our Dream Camera for Astrophotography!
The QHY600 astronomy camera is a 16-bit full-frame camera with a gigantic 61-Megapixel resolution, incredible low noise capabilities, and...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Mar 29, 202110 min read


Messier 94 - The Cat's Eye Galaxy | Astrophotography from the city without filters
Messier 94, also called the Cat's Eye Galaxy, is a barred spiral galaxy located in Canes Venatici. Find out how we took an astrophoto of it.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Mar 19, 20214 min read


Thor's Helmet (NGC 2359) - Emission Nebula in Canis Major - Astrophotography
NGC 2359 is a cloud of interstellar gas that resembles Thor’s Helmet. Although very faint, the colors in the gases really pop when taking...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Mar 18, 20215 min read


LDN 1622 - The Boogeyman Nebula in Orion
LDN 1622 is a dark nebula in Orion. It is known as the Boogie Man Nebula due to both its shape and its dark color. LDN 1622, just like...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Feb 24, 20213 min read


Messier 102 - The Spindle Galaxy | Tips for Astrophotographers
Messier 102 is also called the Spindle Galaxy because of its appearance. Read our post to find tips for astrophotography and the acquisition
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Feb 19, 20213 min read


Canis Major - Wide field Astrophotography of the Constellation of the dog
Canis Major is one of the most recognizable constellations in the night sky, and is home to the brightest star of all: Sirius! Sirius is...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Feb 16, 20214 min read


Short vs long exposures for astrophotography - Galactic Experiment 3
One of the question astrophotographers often ask themselves before imaging a target is "how long should my exposures be?". This topic is...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jan 26, 20216 min read


Messier 13 - The Great Globular Cluster in Hercules
Messier 13 is a top globular cluster to observe and photograph from the northern hemisphere. See our attempts at photographing this cluster.
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jan 19, 20214 min read


Advanced Astrophotography setup walk-around (With prices!)
There is an infinite amount of astrophotography setup combinations. Most beginners who just got their first telescope start imaging the...
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jan 14, 20215 min read


NGC 2174 - The Monkey Head Nebula Astrophotography from the city
NGC 2174 is an emission nebula in Orion. It is known as the Monkey Head Nebula due to its shape although it doesn't look obvious to us....
Antoine & Dalia Grelin
Jan 1, 20213 min read
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