Mandurah Astrophotography Workshop

Service Description

If you've been longing to capture the cosmos but have been held back by fears of standing alone in the dark, the complexities of camera settings, or the mysteries of photo editing, you're in the right place.​ Saturday 26th Oct 2024 6:00pm - meet at Herron Point Carpark 6:15pm - theory session 8:00pm - Hands-on astrophotography workshop ​ Sunday 3rd Nov 2024 3pm - Online editing session In this class we will be focussing on the Milky Way Core which will be setting to the west just after sunset. ​ What if the weather is overcast? ​ We definitely need clear skies to see the night sky. If we are forecast clouds then I will let you know two days prior and we will reschedule for the back up dates of the Sat 2nd Nov. If that date too is cloudy you have the option of a full refund, or to hold out for the next opportunity. Locations: Herron Point carpark, Herron Point Road, WA. Herron Point is around 30km south of Mandurah, or 100km (1 hour drive) south of Perth. At this location we have a beautiful dark view over the estuary to the west, with very little light pollution. Transport is not provided, you will need your own car. The road into Herron Point is sealed right up to the end where it us unsealed and can be a little uneven at times, but still suitable for all vehicles.