Simple Milky Way Photography

I think one of the most important lessons to learn when it comes to shooting the night sky is how to find simple milky way compositions. We spend so much of our time seeking the epic shots when often the simple scenes are right there in front of us, and these can be just as beautiful under the light of the stars.
I hope you enjoy this little adventure.

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[ColleenVR]

Your photo of the two fence posts on their own is my favourite of all your pictures. This is a really inspirational video, thanks so much ❤

[abhayrege]

greatness is in simplicity, indeed...

[berniestang]

I LOVE IT …. GORGEOUS…. This is A FANTASTIC SPOT AND PHOTO !!!!

[bobg]

Yes, in my mind I was shouting "Snakes Richard!" when you were in the tall grass. Simple shots, but they are beautiful. Thanks for sharing the results of your work.

[timwootton]

The image of the gate posts is really nice, would look great printed big!

[CaiShuRen]

What I liked about you is that you don't just talk about it in a studio, a room... but you brought us to location and see for ourselves what it was like. Then you showed the final milkyway photo composition that we now could relate to... this I think sets you apart from many many others so called "beginner tutorials" flooding youtube. I will recommend to anyone who yeans to learn milkyway photography.

[PhillipMcCallum]

Enjoy my Saturday morning hit of your videos, the enthusiasm is contagious. Thanks again

[johnl]

Terrific work as usual Richard. Thanks heaps mate. Keep well.

[davefitzpatrick]

Great refreshing way to describe your passion & skill.

[golf]

Thanks for everything, love your front car plate afc !

[PhillTicehurst]

all the images are fantastic really enjoy your video s especially this time of year with the winter in UK take care Richard and look forward to next weeks video and dream of when i can shoot milky way again next year.

[nikhilmisra]

Richard, this channel is one of those channels where I stick around until the video ends! Your work is brilliant, and there was no way one could figure out a single flaw unless you know them yourself. Brilliant shooting, for that matter, and as I always say: "I can never get tired of watching your videos and learn something amazing every time."

[nightskyimages]

One of my favourite videos of yours so far love the simple stuff I'm definitely looking forward to this milky way season

[TehStriker]

There's an epic thing in all those locations: the photographer. Again an amazing job, Richard! I'm speechless... 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[paulmorrall]

Another inspiring video Richard, thank you

[Stufireman]

This video of your imagery is fantastic, it's opened me up to what the heck, go out and take my images with minimal foreground - more milky way images coming thanks to you and your wonderful imagery. Keep up the great work. 😀

[williammcginnis]

Hi Richard. I was looking for inspiration for a milky way photo for tonight. There isn’t anything epic close to home but I found a tree that I believe will work. It is spring here but no leaves on the tree yet which I’m happy about. I remembered this video from way back but I found it to listen to you and watch your approach to working with less than exciting foreground subjects. And it was a perfect choice. I plan to try some low level continuous lighting and maybe some light painting as well. I have 5 hours before the core is visible and so far the sky is clear and I hope that lasts for the night. Your videos are greatly appreciated Richard. For me it’s your clear down to earth approach and the concise manner of teaching that is so comfortable and informative for me. Hope the stars keep shining on you all of 2022.

[cicarda]

Great images once again Richard, from what seems to be such simple compositions. You have changed my driving habits! Eyes on the road but always scouting the countryside for possible compositions. What can I say! Speaking of which, I sometimes find it challenging to get my composition "right" at night. I shoot with Nikon 7200 with 18-35 Sigma f1.8 lens. Once set up I take some test shots and usually up my ISO to max so I can see what is in or out of my shot. Even so I have been caught out and miss important subject matter that should have been in the shot. Image is simply not bright enough or shadow details difficult to see. You often talk about composition but rarely show techniques we can use to ensure you get that composition just how you want it on the night. Might be worth making this topic part of another video. Loving your work, very inspiring!

[justkerry]

I was so disappointed last week. Took my D850 out for the milky way, got home and realised that, somehow, the camera had shifted to JPG instead of RAW.
Loved watching this, Richard.

[paultrunfull]

Must have missed this one Richard, nice one.