…The camera and the lens are the primary equipment, but for…capturing good images of the moon, and a landscape at night,…there are a few other pieces of gear that are either essential or highly useful.…Let's take a look at these.…First, you need to have a tripod to stabilize the camera.…And a sturdy tripod is important.…When choosing a tripod, you might be tempted to get a lightweight model,…because, let's face it,…sometimes it's a drag to lug heavy camera gear all over the place.…But for long exposure night photography the heavier tripod will…provide a more sturdy and stable platform.…
Especially if you'll be photographing at a location where there could be…windy conditions.…Wind can cause subtle motion issues when a camera is mounted on a lightweight tripod,…and that can translate to a shot that's a bit due to…slight motion during the exposure.…Again, a big, heavy tripod may not be necessary for…your shooting conditions, but in some scenarios, it's definitely a plus.…If you do have a lightweight tripod, you may be able to increase the stability by…
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8/29/2014That's what photographer and educator Seán Duggan did, and in this course, he deconstructs his photographic steps and post-processing procedures.
The course begins with advice on how to plan and photograph the eclipse, with the right gear, the right focusing techniques, and the right exposure. Next, Seán evaluates the images in Lightroom, and then dives into Photoshop and shows how to composite each image into a finished photo. Along the way, he explores blend modes, layer masking, and other compositing techniques.
Skill Level Intermediate
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 3s
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1. Planning and Preparation
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Other essential equipment4m 21s
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Choosing a location6m 1s
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2. On Location: Shooting the Eclipse
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3. Processing the Moon Shots
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4. Processing the Foreground Landscape Image
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Adding a new sky5m 58s
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Perfecting the sky mask9m 46s
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5. Adding the Moon Sequence to the Landscape
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Modifying the moon sequence6m 56s
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Conclusion
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Next steps1m 21s
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