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Philosophical Anathema – Astronomy versus Astrology

Computer Looking Up

Astronomy, and Computer Technology

Another Attempt at Photographing Venus

March 16, 2017 Paul 1156 Views 0 Comments Maksutov-Cassegrain, Telescope, Venus

With a clear sky, calm air, and moderately cold temperature, I had no excuse not to attempt a final imagining of Venus.

Equipment & Processing

Grinding a Telescope Mirror: The Non-DIY Project

March 4, 2017 Paul 2742 Views 0 Comments DIY, Telescope

I asked myself, “could I grind my own primary mirror?” My weak answer was…maybe.

Equipment & Processing

How to (and not to) Get Kids Interested in Astronomy

February 23, 2017 Paul 1487 Views 0 Comments Binoculars, DIY, Telescope

I feel these are sound recommendations based on research, experimenting, and common sense, for finding children’s telescopes.

The Thinning and Brightening of Venus

February 21, 2017 Paul 1299 Views 0 Comments Maksutov-Cassegrain, Telescope, Venus

I took one last look at bright Venus in 2017.

Equipment & Processing

When I Decided to Build a Telescope

February 12, 2017 Paul 1541 Views 0 Comments DIY, Telescope

I chronicle my thought process on how I chose to build a Dobsonian telescope.

Equipment & Processing

Expectations through the Telescope

December 16, 2016 Paul 1443 Views 0 Comments DIY, Telescope

My early thoughts on astrophotography and its relationship to astronomy.

Deep Sky Objects

Afocal Photography and Deep Sky Objects

September 27, 2016 Paul 1328 Views 0 Comments Galaxies, Telescope

First deep sky views with a new telescope!

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