I have been posting to this blog for over 13 years, each year reporting on accomplishments over the prior year and goals for the new year.

2024 is no different. My main photography goal for the year is listed in the January submission of the 2024 C.London 52 Week Photography Challenge. Content this year will work towards that goal in addition to my general shooting. Check out my website "About" page to learn more. The website is at www.jeffmarcowitz.photography 

All content posted here in the blog will also be on the website, however with a subscription to the blog, you'll continue to receive the email notifications.

Thanks to all of you who have followed this photo blog for many years and welcome to any newcomers. My hope is that the images and stories are interesting and thought-provoking as I continue this creative journey. As always, comments, critiques and suggestions (here and the website) are welcome and appreciated as they often lead to new ideas and inspiration.

Thank You.
Jeff

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Rookie Astro Outing

Newport State Park
Door County, WI

First ever astrophotography attempt.  And at an official "Dark Sky" location no less.

Blind Shot
Blind Shot
Intent was to capture the Milky Way, however there was no visibility through the viewfinder or LCD. The Milky Way wasn't visible to the naked eye and the Photopills App was the only guidance available.  Notwithstanding, I managed to catch a glimpse.

Sony A7 IV @ f4 15"  20mm  ISO 3200
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G

Photographed 8/6/23

Straight Up
Straight Up
For this shot, I put on the adapted fisheye lens and shot straight up into the sky.  I have no idea if there is any Milky Way here.

Sony A7 IV @ f2.8 15" 16mm (equiv) ISO 4000
Nikkor Fisheye 10.5mm F2.8 G ED (adapted)

Photographed 8/6/23

Moonrise
Moonrise
52Frames - Week 32 - Night Photography

The Milky Way attempts were mediocre at best, however, I captured this moonrise photo over Lake Michigan at 12:02am EDT.  Earliest completion of the weekly challenge in my 3.5 years of participation.

Sony A7 IV @ f2.8 15" 16mm (equiv) ISO 4000
Nikkor Fisheye 10.5mm F2.8 G ED (adapted)

Photographed 08/07/23 (EDT)

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