Orpington Astronomical Society

Society => Announcements, Meetings, Events => Topic started by: Mike on Mar 05, 2013, 08:22:09

Title: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: Mike on Mar 05, 2013, 08:22:09
Just a reminder that there is an Imaging Session at my house this Friday from 8pm onward.

The Imaging Sessions are a chance to come along and either participate in some astro-photography (weather permitting) or to watch others do it and learn how it is done. If it is cloudy we stay in and socialise and on occasion we have a talk or demonstration on something astro-photography related. Any member is welcome, you don't need to have any astro-photography kit of your own. You are also welcome to bring along a friend or partner.

If anyone is willing to give a short talk/demonstration/workshop of anything astro-photography related it would be most welcome.

If you want further info them send me a Private Message .

Mike
Title: Re: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: Carole on Mar 05, 2013, 10:43:09
Sorry I won't be able to make it Mike - I will be away.

Carole
Title: Re: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: RobertM on Mar 05, 2013, 10:49:59
Apologies from me too, I will also be away but not at the same place.

Robert
Title: Re: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: Carole on Mar 05, 2013, 10:56:03
Quotebut not at the same place.

:lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: Mike on Mar 07, 2013, 09:29:15
The weather is looking a bit naff. Is there anybody up for doing a little demonstration or workshop? If not any other suggestions for activities?
Title: Re: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: MarkS on Mar 07, 2013, 10:24:34
Quote from: Mike
Is there anybody up for doing a little demonstration ..

You mean get a few people standing outside your house holding up banners with messages like "SAY NO TO CLOUD!" ?  They could also shout out slogans:  "What do we want? - NO CLOUD!  When do we want it? - NOW!"

Mark
Title: Re: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: The Thing on Mar 07, 2013, 11:06:58
How about "Getting EQMOD 127f to track Comet PANSTARRS using Custom Tracking Rates and MPC data" which is something I want to get to grips with and don't mind doing so with an audience. A learning process for all. (I do know a bit about it already!)
Title: Re: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: Mike on Mar 07, 2013, 11:56:47
Mark & DUncan,

Both excellent ideas. I suggest we stand outside and demonstrate about the clouds for a while, then come inside for a cuppa and a demonstration/brainstorming session about the comet tracking.

Mark, you bring the banners.

Mike

Title: Re: Imaging Session - Friday 8th March
Post by: Mike on Mar 08, 2013, 18:05:38
Final reminder for tonight's session. If you've not been before and want to know the address etc. then let me know and I will send you a PM.