Astrophotography Made Simple: Shoot the Stars with the Gear You Own (2-Hour Workshop)
 
Do you think you need a £3,000 lens and a degree in physics to photograph the Milky Way?
 
In this detailed 2-hour workshop, travel photographer and astrophotography expert Mathew Browne explains how to shoot the night sky. He demonstrates that with a standard tripod, the camera you already own, and the correct techniques, you can capture high-quality images of the stars, the Aurora, and the Milky Way.
 
This is a complete workflow guide, taking you from planning your shoot to capturing the final image.
 
What You Will Learn
Mathew covers the practicalities of landscape astrophotography, including:
The myth of gear: Why a standard f/4 kit lens or a budget 50mm lens is often sufficient to get started.
Planning for success: A dive into using apps like PhotoPills and Clear Outside to predict exactly where the Milky Way will be and when the clouds will clear.
The technical settings: Explaining the 500 Rule for sharp stars, how to focus manually in the dark, and choosing the right ISO.
Beyond the Milky Way: How to capture the Aurora Borealis, star trails, and the International Space Station.
 
Who is this for?
This session is designed for landscape photographers who want to keep shooting after the sun goes down. Whether you use a DSLR, Mirrorless, or Micro Four Thirds system, Mathew explains how to get the best results from your camera.
 
 
Technical Note: During the live broadcast, we experienced some intermittent internet connection issues. This recording has been edited to remove the affected sections to ensure a smooth listening experience. While there may be a few seconds of context missing in two small spots, the majority of this presentation is preserved in full.