Copper Coast, Milky Way Rise Workshop - May 2025
Saturday 17th May - Moonta, South Australia
Astrophotography with Will Godward
Join award-winning landscape astrophotographer Will Godward, venturing out to explore iconic landscapes under the night sky. Seeing the nightlit landscapes through Will’s eyes. Learning the correct settings and skills to capture the starry night sky with your digital camera.
Skill Level - Beginner to intermediate
Limited places
Saturday 17th May - Moonta, South Australia
Astrophotography with Will Godward
Join award-winning landscape astrophotographer Will Godward, venturing out to explore iconic landscapes under the night sky. Seeing the nightlit landscapes through Will’s eyes. Learning the correct settings and skills to capture the starry night sky with your digital camera.
Skill Level - Beginner to intermediate
Limited places
Saturday 17th May - Moonta, South Australia
Astrophotography with Will Godward
Join award-winning landscape astrophotographer Will Godward, venturing out to explore iconic landscapes under the night sky. Seeing the nightlit landscapes through Will’s eyes. Learning the correct settings and skills to capture the starry night sky with your digital camera.
Skill Level - Beginner to intermediate
Limited places
WORKSHOP DETAILS
What you will learn
Understanding your camera settings for Nightscape photography
Setting up your cameras settings, tripod and focusing at night
Learn about how to find the Milky Way and other astronomical objects.
Nightscape Landscape compositions
Using apps to support your astrophotography
Learn how to find the Milky Way and other astronomical objects with your camera
Panorama Astrophotography
Itinerary
Meet at 6:00 pm at the advised pre location in the confirmation email.
Group discussion of the evening's plans to ensure everyone has the correct camera settings before getting dark.
Head out together to start the night’s adventure.
Scout location for the best compositions.
Bonus - Deep Space Viewing through a Telescope.
What to bring
Digital DSLR or Mirrorless camera.
Lens, preferably your widest and fastest lens ( 10-24mm ) ( f2.8-f4 or faster ) ( 24-50mm for Comet A3 )
Spare Batteries ( Cold nights can drain lithium batteries fast )
Tripod with Ball Head
Intervalometer or cable release. Unless camera has an internal feature.
Star Tracker - Optional
Headlamp with red light option ( Red light is critical for dark adaptation )
Torch ( Used when scouting locations )
Sturdy shoes for walking
Warm clothing ( The warmer you are the more comfortable you will be capturing the night sky )
Snacks and beverages
Hire - There’s an option to try before you buy and hire equipment on the night.
Sony Full Frame Camera and Wide Field Lens
Tripod
( Subject to availability )
Length - 2-3 hours
All workshops are subject to weather conditions and can be cancelled due to severe weather conditions beyond our control. In the event of a cancellation due to severe weather, a voucher will be given to attend an alternative workshop date.
Due to cloud cover, the location can change to ensure clear skies.
Workshops are non-refundable