Church Bay’s Cosmic Cathedral

The Milky Way as seen from just above Church Bay, at Weaver Point, in Co. Cork. This was last night, a few minutes after the moon had set. Unfortunately, the centre of the galaxy was hidden behind a bank of clouds at the horizon. The forecast said there would be about 30% cloud, but thankfully it mostly didn’t cover most of the galaxy.

The best time to see the centre of the Milky Way again from Ireland will be in March 2026. However, you’ll still be able to shoot the less bright celestial arms once the moon has set for a good few weeks, probably.

I recommend using Sun Surveyor to plan a Milky Way shot. Photopills is good too, but the street view integration in Sun Surveyor is difficult to beat.

Apertureƒ/2.8CameraILCE-7RM5Focal length24mmISO6400Shutter speed20s

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An eagle in motion, crossing paths with the first quarter moon
as the day made room for dusk.

No filters. No edits. Just a lucky breath of time…
when the sky aligned its poetry with feathers and light.

Shot minutes before sunset — that gentle blue hour
when stories live in silhouettes and skywatchers hold their breath.

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Shooting the Moon – Seychelles

While awaiting the start of my diving adventures in the Seychelles, I found myself captivated by the night sky. Perched at Blue Hill hotel, nestled in the heart of Mahé Island, I had a panoramic view overlooking the bustling shipping port below. The resort’s elevated position offered a serene vantage point, perfect for astrophotography.

Armed with my trusty 100–400mm lens, I took advantage of the clear, dark skies. The minimal light pollution here allowed for crisp, detailed captures of the celestial wonders above.

Stay tuned for more as I dive into the depths of the Seychelles’ marine life.

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Shooting the Moon – Mozambique

During a recent dive trip to Mozambique, I carved out some time in the evenings to indulge in my passion for astrophotography.

Tofo Beach, a gem along the country’s southeastern coast, proved to be an exceptional location for this celestial pursuit.

The area’s minimal light pollution creates an almost pristine environment for stargazing, offering unobstructed views of the vast cosmic tapestry above.

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Fortuitously, my visit coincided with the new moon lunar phase, providing an ideal opportunity for deep-sky astrophotography.

As the lunar cycle progressed, I was treated to the awe-inspiring sight of a waxing crescent moon rising over the ocean.

I shot these images with a Panasonic GH5 with a 100-300 lens.

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