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How Astrophotography Connects Us to the Cosmos, and to Ourselves

Astro Bio'sFebruary 3, 2026279Views 0Likes 0Comments

A reflective, experience-driven story about the emotional and philosophical side of astrophotography: why we point cameras at the sky, what it teaches us, and how it deepens our sense of place in the universe. Author: Richard Harris Author BIO: Meet Richard Harris. He is the founder and editor-in-chief of ScopeTrader, with over 30 years of…

Backyard Astrophotography: Tom’s Astrophotography Story

Astro Bio'sJanuary 23, 2026515Views 0Likes 0Comments

“My favorite moment is seeing that first frame appear on a new target. It’s still amazing to realize I’m capturing photons from something thousands of light-years away.” — Tom Tom, an Audio Visual Technician from the UK who spends his days setting up sound and lighting for events—and his nights capturing the quiet brilliance of…

With the help of the Sun… I will win!!

User StoriesJanuary 20, 2026549Views 0Likes 0Comments

by Alessandro Ravagnin Sometimes, creativity takes you to the most unexpected places. After countless classic shots of our beloved Sun, I decided to do something completely different—to create the strangest photo I’ve ever taken in my life. Once again, I chose the Sun as the main subject, but this time, I added a touch of…

Hundreds of Hours Under the StarsThe story of Jeffrey Horne, 2025 ASIWEEK Annual Winner

ASIWEEKJanuary 16, 2026607Views 0Likes 0Comments

I think most astrophotographers can trace everything back to one very specific moment — that first time looking through a telescope. For me, that moment happened when I was four or five years old. My father was passionate about astronomy, and one night he pulled out his old orange C8 and pointed it at Saturn. I…

45/2025 ASIWEEK Winner Alex’s Astrophotography Journey

ASIWEEKDecember 29, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Hi everyone. My name is Alex, and I am an astrophotographer. I would like to start by thanking You for choosing my picture among all the great pictures You receive. It´s really an honor. I´ve always been interested in astronomy, since I was a child. My father used to take me to the planetariums and…

Revisiting Orion|Returning to Orion – A Winter Tradition

Richard HarrisDecember 19, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Why the Orion Nebula Never Gets Old - Each winter, stargazers return to this cosmic masterpiece to test new skills and relive the wonder. Explore the Orion region’s iconic nebulas, star clusters, and astrophotography gear fueling an ever-thrilling tradition under winter skies. Author: Richard Harris Author BIO: Meet Richard Harris. He is the founder and…

Farkasréti György and His Large Dobsonian: Capturing the Cosmos Under Tenerife’s Dark Skies

Astro Bio'sDecember 17, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

In 1994, I built my first fully functional reflecting telescope in Hungary with my own hands. In the former Eastern Bloc countries, telescopes still could not be purchased in stores at that time—everyone constructed their own instruments, often with the help of skilled craftsmen. The optics were ground by experts at the Urania Public Observatory…

Under Malaysian Skies: Zaki’s Passion for Deep Sky Imaging

Astro Bio'sDecember 12, 2025988Views 0Likes 0Comments

1.How It All Began I have been a fan of astronomy since high school.Starting from a school event where I can see the moon up close through a telescope.When I was at university, I bought my first DSLR camera and since then photography has been my main hobby.I keep my eye close on a dream…

From Curiosity to Mastery: The Astrophotography Journey of Puig Nicolas

Astro Bio'sNovember 28, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

1. How It All Began For Puig Nicolas, it all started at the age of 10 with a 60/700 refractor and a 114/900 reflector. His first celestial encounters — the Moon, Jupiter, and Saturn’s rings — sparked a lifelong passion. After a few years’ break, his love for both photography and astronomy led him naturally…

“A Mini Hubble in My Backyard”: The Astrophotography Journey of David Cruz

Astro Bio'sNovember 5, 20252KViews 0Likes 1Comment

By day, David Cruz works as a digital designer. By night, he designs something far greater — images of the universe itself. “Since I was young, I was always interested in astronomy and used to watch the Milky Way during summer vacations in my parents’ village,” David recalls. “Five years ago, I took my first…

ASI 585MC Air All-in-one solution – Full Review

Product InformationNovember 5, 20252KViews 0Likes 0Comments

bbrown_admin, October 30, 2025 INITIAL IMPRESSIONS: The ZWO ASI585MC Air came well packaged from the manufacturer. The box is improved and has an impressive feel with a magnetic closure on the wrap-around box. This configuration will make it more durable and useful for storage and travel. Inside of the box you will find a contents…

Bringing Out the Invisible, Making Time and Light Tangible

Astro Bio'sOctober 31, 20252KViews 0Likes 0Comments

– Q3 ASIWEEK Winner Gianni Lacroce’s Astrophotography Journey Hi, I'm Gianni Lacroce, an Italian astrophotographer. My passion for the night sky began long before I owned a telescope or a camera. As a child, I remember standing outside at night, gazing up and feeling that sense of infinite wonder that only the stars can…

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