Download or read book Astronomy Photographer of the Year Collection 9 written by Royal Observatory Greenwich and published by Collins Publishers. This book was released on 2021-03 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the number one Astronomy publisher, a beautiful astrophotography book, showcasing the most spectacular space photography, taken from locations across the globe. Marvel at the wonders of the universe captured by the most talented astrophotographers. A perfect gift for all interested in exploring the mysteries of our solar system and beyond. Be captivated by 140 winning and shortlisted images from the 2020 Insight Investment Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, hosted by the Royal Observatory, Greenwich. These awe-inspiring images are submitted in several categories: aurorae, skyscapes, people and space, the sun and moon, planets, comets and asteroids, stars and nebulae, galaxies, and a young competitor category. Each image is accompanied by caption, photographer, location, and technical details. There is also a location map showing the origin of all images and a visual appendix of all images. The judges are from an expert panel of distinguished astronomy experts. The National Maritime Museum hosts an exhibition of the winners of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, showcasing these incredible images of the sky.

Download or read book Astronomy Photographer of the Year Collection 8 written by Royal Observatory Greenwich and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2019-10-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A showcase of the most spectacular space photography of its kind, taken from locations across the globe. Marvel at the wonders of the universe captured by the most talented astrophotographers. A perfect gift for all interested in exploring the mysteries of our solar system and beyond.

Download or read book Astronomy Photographer of the Year Collection 7 Celebrating 10 years of the world s best photography written by Royal Observatory Greenwich and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2018-11-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A showcase of the most spectacular space photography of its kind, taken from locations across the globe. Marvel at the wonders of the universe captured by the most talented astrophotographers. A perfect gift for all interested in exploring the mysteries of our solar system and beyond. Best viewed on Kindle Fire in landscape view.

Download or read book Astronomy Photographer of the Year Collection 10 written by Royal Observatory Greenwich and published by Collins. This book was released on 2021-09-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the number one Astronomy publisher, a beautiful astrophotography book, showcasing the most spectacular space photography, taken from locations across the globe. Marvel at the wonders of the universe captured by the most talented astrophotographers. A perfect gift for all interested in exploring the mysteries of our solar system and beyond. Be captivated by 140 winning and shortlisted images from the 2021 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, hosted by the Royal Observatory, Greenwich. These awe-inspiring images are submitted in several categories: aurorae, galaxies, our Moon, our Sun, people and space, planets, comets and asteroids, skyscapes, stars and nebulae, and a young competitor category. Each image is accompanied by caption, photographer, location, and technical details. There is also a location map showing the origin of all images and a visual appendix of all images. The judges are from an expert panel of distinguished astronomy experts. The Exhibition The National Maritime Museum hosts an exhibition of the winners of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, showcasing these incredible images of the sky. www.rmg.co.uk/astrophoto

Download or read book Astrophotography is Easy written by Gregory I. Redfern and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-10-29 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are many books covering different facets of astrophotography, but few of them contain all the necessary steps for beginners in one accessible place. Astrophotography is Easy! fills that void, serving as a guide to anybody interested in the subject but starting totally from scratch. Assuming no prior experience, the author runs through the basics for how to take astrophotos using just a camera—including cell phones and tablets—as well as a telescope and more sophisticated equipment. The book includes proven techniques, checklists, safety guidelines, troubleshooting tips, and more. Each chapter builds upon the last, allowing readers to master basic techniques before moving on to more challenging material. Also included is a comprehensive list of additional books and resources on a variety of topics so readers can continue expanding their skills. Astrophotography Is Easy! doesn’t simply teach you the basic skills for becoming an astrophotographer: it provides you with the foundations you will need for a lifelong pursuit.

Download or read book The World at Night written by Babak Tafreshi and published by White Lion Publishing. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: See the full beauty of our night sky revealed as never before in over 200 photographs from around the world. Bringing together the images of over 40 photographers across 25 countries, be astounded by the lights of the night sky in some of the darkest places on earth; discover the beauty of galaxies, planets, and stars; view great celestial events; and see some of the world’s most important landmarks against the backdrop of an incredible nightscape. Babak Tafreshi, founder of the international organization The World at Night, has curated the images in this collection—many of them previously unseen—to reveal the true splendor of the sky at night. A specialist guide to night-sky photography will help you capture your own gorgeous images of the heavens. Commentary on the science, astronomy, and photography accompany stunning images organized by theme: Symbols of all nations and religions embraced by one sky of endless beauties UNESCO World Heritage Sites at night The Universe revealed through constellations, sky motions, atmospheric phenomenon, Aurora, and other wonders Images highlighting the beauty of dark skies away from light-polluted urban areas Celestial events, from great comets to spectacular eclipses Astro-tourism destinations, like ancient astronomical monuments and modern observatories

Download or read book Astronomy Photographer of the Year Collection 11 written by Royal Observatory Greenwich and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2022-12-15 with total page 485 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning ebook with clear navigation for admirers of astrophotography. This ebook has been built to W3C accessibility guidelines and will work with text to speech. The layout has been redesigned with clear navigation links to each of the competition entries within the Maps section. It is compatible with all ereading apps and devices.

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Download or read book Northern Lights The definitive guide to auroras written by Tom Kerss and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2021-09-02 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the incomparable beauty of the Northern Lights with this accessible guide for aspiring astronomers and seasoned night sky observers. Covers the essential equipment needed for observation and photography and full of stunning photographs.

Download or read book Stargazing written by Nirmala Nataraj and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2019-09-03 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A compendium of images of the night sky, the perfect gift for stargazers, space lovers, science geeks, photography lovers, and NASA fans. This collection of photographs illuminates the darkness of space in a whole new way. Images from the archives of NASA reveal the night sky’s most extraordinary phenomena, from the radiant aurora borealis to awe-inspiring lunar eclipses. Each breathtaking photo is paired with an informative caption about the scientific phenomena it reveals and the technology used to capture it. Featuring a preface by author and Emmy award-nominated TV host Bill Nye, this ebook will rekindle the wonder of looking up at the stars. “[A] gorgeous photographic tour of space . . . Remarkable.”—Publishers Weekly on The Planets: Photographs from the Archives of NASA by Nirmala Nataraj

Download or read book The Astronomy Puzzle Book written by Royal Observatory Greenwich and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2021-10-28 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: __________ Out now: the biggest quiz book of the year. The Astronomy Puzzle Book is a puzzle book that's truly out of this world __________ What's Goldilocks got to do with the study of space? Everyone's heard of NASA, but can you name any of the other 72 space agencies around the world? And do you know your lunar and solar deities? The Astronomy Puzzle Book is packed with more than 100 puzzles that have been inspired by the Royal Observatory's history and collections. The conundrums and riddles in this book celebrate all that is inspiring and fascinating about space, the stars and the history of astronomy. Inside this book, you will find astronomical instruments, star charts, famous astronomers and much more. Explore some of the latest astronomical theories and achievements in space exploration as you decipher the clues and solve the puzzles. Put your problem-solving skills to the test by delving deep into the darkest corners of space. __________ Space has the power to inspire and fascinate all of us on Earth and the history of astronomy has been one of solving puzzles. Now it's your turn.

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Landscape Astrophotography written by Michael C Shaw and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-03-15 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Guide to Landscape Astrophotography is the ultimate manual for anyone looking to create spectacular landscape astrophotography images. By explaining the science of landscape astrophotography in clear and straightforward language, it provides insights into phenomena such as the appearance or absence of the Milky Way, the moon, and constellations. This unique approach, which combines the underlying scientific principles of astronomy with those of photography, will help deepen your understanding and give you the tools you need to fulfil your artistic vision. Key features include: • Distinguished Guest Gallery of images from renowned nightscape photographers such as Babak Tafreshi, Bryan Peterson, Alan Dyer, Brenda Tharp, Royce Bair, Wally Pacholka, and David Kingham • The twenty-five best landscape astrophotography subjects and how to photograph them • Astronomy 101 - build your knowledge of night sky objects and their motion: the Milky Way, moon, Aurora Borealis/Australis, constellations, meteors and comets • Information on state-of-the-art planning software and apps designed to enable you to capture and enhance your landscape astrophotography • Field guide for creating a detailed plan for your night shoot • Description of the best moon phases for specific types of nightscape images, and the best months and times of night to see the Milky Way • How-to guide for creating stunning time-lapse videos of the night sky, including Holy Grail transitions from pre-sunset to complete darkness • Four detailed case studies on creating landscape astrophotography images of the Milky Way, full moon, star trails, and constellations

Download or read book Visual Astronomy of the Deep Sky written by Roger Nelson Clark and published by CUP Archive. This book was released on 1990 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Atlas over de vigtigste galakser og nebuloser, som kan ses i teleskop af amatørastronomer.

Download or read book Cosmic Horizons written by Steven Soter and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leading scientists offer a collection of essays that furnish illuminating explanations of recent discoveries in modern astrophysics--from the Big Bang to black holes--the possibility of life on other worlds, and the emerging technologies that make such research possible, accompanied by incisive profiles of such key figures as Carl Sagan and Georges Lemaetre. Original.

Download or read book Astronomy Photographer of the Year written by Royal Observatory Greenwich and published by Collins. This book was released on 2018-11 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year is the biggest international competition of its kind, annually showcasing spectacular images shot by astrophotographers worldwide.The images collected here have been honored in one of the following categories: Image Categories; Aurorae; Skyscapes; People and Space; Our Sun; Our Moon; Planets, Comets and Asteroids; Stars and Nebulae; Galaxies; and Young Competition (aged 15 years or under). Special Prize Categories include The Sir Patrick Moore Prize for Best Newcomer, and the Robotic Scope winner. Each image is accompanied by caption, photographer, location and technical details.

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Download or read book Teds Space Adventure written by E. Avery and published by Royal Museums Greenwich. This book was released on 2020-04-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ted took a big deep breath then fired up the engines. The rocket's boosters rumbled into action like a hungry bear belly. "No adventure can start without a countdown " shouted Ted over the roar of the engines. 5 . . . 4 . . . 3 . . . 2 . . . 1 . . . BEAR BLAST OFF In this richly illustrated book, astronomer Elizabeth Avery takes children and their parents on an educational and exciting journey through space. In these captivating pages, a bear named Ted takes off for a trip through the solar system with his best friend--a flower named, aptly, Fleur. The pair explore our moon, and from there they head out to places no being from Earth has yet visited: our neighboring planets Mars and Venus, more distant locales like Jupiter and Saturn, and even the source of all Earth's energy, the Sun. At each stop in this winning adventure, the pair learns basic scientific facts that are presented at a level that early readers can grasp. The result is a trip that is simultaneously instructive and entertaining, an interplanetary romp that will inspire kids to follow their scientific dreams.