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 a little different. I’ve decided that this Blog will be my main photography communication vehicle. Content will be varied and in the spirit of my approach to photography as described on the "About" page of my website at www.jeffmarcowitz.photography 

Unlike the past, all content posted here in the blog will NOT also be on the website Project W pages. I intend to make the Project W pages more of a curated collection of work representing the “Best Of” images posted here on the Blog. With a subscription, you'll continue to receive an email (with content) whenever I post to the Project W Blog.

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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