Description
Ready to take your first Milky Way photo?
Join a small group under dark skies in the mountains of Northern Utah for a hands-on, beginner-friendly night photography workshop designed to help you capture your first shot of the galaxy. This session is built around years of field experience and is perfect for those who’ve always wanted to try astrophotography but didn’t know where to start. The instructor, John Milligan, has spent over a decade shooting the Milky Way in this area, and many have turned to him for help when they want to learn. This session distills all those years into one night, so you don’t have to learn the hard way.
Location:
Northern Utah’s Franklin Basin
Schedule
Arrival – 6:30 to 6:50 p.m. MDT
Start – 7 p.m. MDT
Finish – 1 a.m. MDT
What You’ll Learn:
- How to plan your shoot using moon phases and apps like PhotoPills
- Essential camera settings: shutter speed, ISO, aperture, white balance
- How to focus on stars and compose stunning foregrounds
- Tips to reduce noise, frame your subject, and capture detail in the sky
- Optional guidance on basic post-editing techniques after the event
What You’ll Need:
- A DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual mode
- A sturdy tripod
- A wide-angle lens (ideally 14–24mm, f/2.8 or faster)
- A headlamp with dimmable white light
- Extra batteries, memory cards, warm clothes, snacks, water
- An adventurous spirit!
We’ll meet before sunset to scout compositions, prep gear, and get comfortable before the Milky Way rises. Expect about 4–5 hours total, including setup, teaching, and shooting under the stars.
What’s Included:
- A full guided experience by the instructor
- Checklists and safety preparation
- Access to exclusive night photography tips and content
- Membership in the Uncharted Night Photography Group
- Discount on future Uncharted virtual and private events and workshops.
For more details, see the event page.
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