There’s something about astro photography that’s frustrating—everything. Take last night for example. I had all good intentions for getting the Milky Way arched over a favorite tree in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. I take lots of images of this tree, but never with the Milky Way in the shot. Last night sky conditions were …
If you think all stars look alike (like skunks, for example), stay tuned. Speaking of skunks, last night’s encounter was a bit too close. I was working with one of my scopes, minding my own business, when Petunia, lady friend of Fred, walked within 12 inches of me, destined to get into the garage. Well, …
Last night was one of those nights when anyone with any sense was in some air-conditioned space, not outside doing astro photography. So, for those of us without any sense, me and one of my skunk friends, it was time to sweat the small stuff—like stars. Plus, there was that strange scratching sound coming from …
Witt’s End 