'Take Us With You for a Night of Astrophotography'

I used my camera and telescope to photograph the Rho Ophiuchi Cloud Complex. Despite some early setbacks, I managed to capture a decent image of this incredible deep-sky object!

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[paulmatley]

I loved this format. Not getting bogged down in processing, just a road trip to a dark site to image an object that is impossible from my home - lost in glaring light pollution.
The wide field shots of Scorpius skirting the horizon, being tracked by the rig, we were all there with you. Very relaxing!

[bekenhagyjal]

I've been following your channel for the past of 1, 5-2 years, You, Nico, Alyn and Astrobiscuits inspired me to start my astrophotography journey.
I like this video a lot. I like that its a bit longer than usual, and shows things you are not often showing, like how you set up your rig and other stuff like packing your gear before moving out to the location. It had a chill vibe, and I felt more connected and engaged.
The usual "Here is my million$ rig consisting of this-this-and that, let me plop it outside my garage, poof, here are the results" kinda videos got slightly repetitive. But this one... this one is golden. Loved it.

[scarman]

Love how your videos actually tell a story. Well thought out.

[michaeldeering]

I got into Astrophotography only about 12 months ago and you Trevor have been my number one inspiration to delve deeply into it and now its becoming a serious passion of mine. Following your channel and watching your tutorials has made the experience fun and fulfilling and not worrying about all the do's and don't's you find all over the internet. As i write this iv got my scope collecting images on the Dragons of Ara during a nice break from 3 weeks of rain clouds here in west aus. This video as with all your others has been a pleasure to watch, Stunning image 👍👍👍

[astrosathya]

Your processing skills are next level. Even with so much vignetting in each sample exposure you showed. you must be getting your flats spot on. Kudos.

[marcusjancewicz]

Always thumbs up for everything that you do. The only problem is that you make things look so easily done. Big thank you from a small group of us in Kissimmee Florida.

[AAAstroPhotography]

Haha love the glass break noises!! Freaked me out till I figured you added them in 😂

Thanks for another great episode Trevor!! Inspiring.

[KarlKyhl]

Thank you Trevor. You really captured why a lot of us got into this hobby. Not as flashy as produuction, but still high quality .. One of my favorites of yours!

[DeepSpaceAstro]

I heard glass break twice and panicked for you both times! ☹️ What was that?

[timbotron]

That's an amazing image for just about 3 hours of exposure! The power of darker skies

[RaulMartinez-pqin]

Im learning so much from your videos. Every video has small bits of information and tips for the new astrophotographer.

[DavidStrong-yyth]

Great job Trevor! I hope you’ve inspired people to go to dark sky sites. Your video does a great job explaining how it can
be done and the amazing results that can be obtained. Thank you!

[thomasphennigan]

Darn it Trevor ! Video after video you keep spurring us on !
I just acquired an AM5 along with the Red Cat 51 and I’m salivating at the possibilities because of you . Lots to learn but I’m prepared for an exciting journey . Keep those videos coming! You are needed in the astrophotography community!!!

[astronotna]

Epic indeed! Great photo and really inspiring. I noticed it out in my skies here, too. It's always an emotional sight to behold and marks just the beginning of what is come for our summer. Just need to shake these pesky clouds off that seem to just hang on! Wishing you and everyone clear skies!! Lets goooo!

[Therajufamily]

Thanks for sharing such inspiring hands-on astrophotography field trips. Getting to think serious about this hobby now. You posting list of equipments is very helpful.

[avt_astro]

Nice shot Trevor! I'm glad You got that globular cluster in the frame too!

[Wheeljack]

I really enjoy these astro-vlogs of yours when you go on small adventures like this. Inspirational, chill and very atmospheric.

[PhotographingTheNightSky]

New video from astrophotographer=good day

[gregsuskin]

Wonderful shot Trevor. I'm amazed that at your latitude the image is so clear. I'd expect shooting so low in the sky would simply not allow such an image. Gorgeous.

[karthikeya]

Liked this video very much. As a person who spent most of my life living in cities with high pollution (both kinds), seeing and getting to know about dark sky sites is very fascinating. Will try reaching for one in the near future and will follow your guidelines for astrophotography. Thank you for all this!