First light for my newly obtained astro-modified DSLR. Planning to use it for fixed shots of scenic sky views preferably with bright, long-tailed
#comets NGC 7000 (North America Neb) 6 x 10 s (a bit too long), processed with Siril (Linux). Steep learning curve ahead for a seasoned visual observer.
Final get-together after a most interesting and entertaining day.
Last one before the BBQ is Uwe Pilz on the use of residual light amplifiers for astronomy. ☄️
Following again Michael Jäger with a look of today's chances for amateurs discovering comets. ☄️
Next one is yours truly, talking about vol2 of the unconfirmed comets book, showing a lot of examples. ☄️
Now Uwe Pilz on forward and backward scattering of light from cometary comae. ☄️
Now Hartmut Hoeft with his experiences entering the field of comet observation. Very entertaining talk! ☄️
Now Michael Jäger with the prospects for comets C/2023 A1 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) and 12P/Pons-Brooks. The introductory image shows 1P/Halley in 1986. ☄️
Thread for the 2023 meeting of the German Comet Observers Section.
Introduction by Uwe Pilz on the work of our group.
Spending the weekend at the meeting of the German Comet Observers Section. Tonight is the initial get-together w/ a traditional talk by comet imaging legend Michael Jäger this time with stunning images of comet C/2023 P1 (Nishimura). I will report about the talks tomorrow, too, incl my own.
