Heavens above

A great Image Herb yes I see the Milky Way will have to try some night shots ⭐
Gordon

Would have been nice to take a full series of portrait shots and then stitch for the full Milky Way but I had not the time to do all that. I spent about 20 minutes running around on this pitch-black hill top. In practice each photo would have needed around 15 seconds exposure plus 15-30 second for internal noise reduction then a careful adjustment and alignment of tripod head for next photo every 30deg. Any mistakes and repeat the process - all taking up a great deal of time in reality.

Glad you found the MW and enjoyed it. You will have to try this Gordon.

Have a good day. Herb

Herb in truth you could not have exposed longer with out getting star trails but you could have lifted the ISO 2000-2500 and see. The hardest part of this photography is getting it right each time that comes with a whole lot of practice. This is hard to get in the UK clear enough skies to do that. This is a brilliant shot you can not miss the milky way that is in the shot. I agree the Clear night filter would have helped a bit but when you are in a hurry you just have to go with it. It helps to prepare to go out even if you dont so you get use to the gear you need to take.

the stars perfect, the exposure with the bright light came out near on perfect and a wise move to keep the bright spot as small as you could. In all a top shot even I would be proud of more shot more experience and being comfortable out in the dark having to think of all this in a hurry.

Yes I think others on Ipernity should give this a go follow the rules and it works more are capable of doing the same. one you have the first shot on the back of the camera you will see just how easy it is. My hat off to you to get this and the milky way. Brilliant.

Steve I always respect and admire your great efforts in capturing the night skies. This was the first truly night shot I have taken in over a year now. I had hoped for a chance so took some equipment to do it but the last minute rush found me lacking in time. Having accidently turned my head torch on the day before did not help matters neither resulting in only a small hand torch. That being said, I take on board your comment here and am very honoured that you think this was well with me taking.

Best Wishes. Herb

ps for anybody who really likes the night sky, take a look at Steve's great Ipernity pages.

A beautiful night sky image, Herb. Looking at the thumb image, I had thought the bright light over the ridge may have been a rising moon - glad you explained about the light on the trees.

Thanks for the explanation Herb. It's a great shot. Something I have never tried, and to be honest, wouldn't know where to start.
Cheers, Rosa.