Fun with Mosaics in Astrophotography - March 25th

Explore the art of astrophotography mosaics in this 51-minute talk by Charles Bracken, author of The Deep Sky Imaging Primer. Delve into the planning and processing techniques for creating stunning mosaic images, ranging from simple 4-panel compositions to complex 150+ panel masterpieces. Learn about various subjects like the Heart Nebula, Supernova Remnants, and wide-field constellation views. Discover essential tools and methods, including noise ratio management, software like Astropixel Processor and PixInsight, and the differences between local and global normalization. Gain insights on capturing large-scale celestial objects such as the Cygnus region, the Large Magellanic Cloud, and even the entire visible universe. Conclude with a Q&A session covering topics like equirectangular projection, camera durability, and equipment setup for successful astrophotography mosaic projects.