Monthly updates about near earth objects (comets, asteroids), moon, planets an deep sky objects to look out for.
Are you an astrophotographer with a telescope looking for some incredible deep-sky targets to photograph in April 2023? Look no further! In this v/blog, I’ll show 25 spectacular deep-sky astrophotography targets you don’t want to miss! If you don’t have a telescope, no problem – … Continue reading25 MUST-SEE Deep-Sky Objects in April 2023 with a Telescope!
As the new season of spring blooms before us, let’s take a moment to appreciate the wonders of the night sky. April 2023 brings with it nine amazing astronomy events that you can observe with the naked eye. Don’t miss out on these incredible occurrences! … Continue readingDon’t Miss These Astronomy Events In April 2023 | Hybrid Eclipse | Lyrid Meteor Shower | Pink Moon
Our solar system is an awe-inspiring part of the universe. It is embedded within the vast expanse of the Milky Way’s Orion star cluster, about 27 thousand light years from the galactic center. But what is so special about our own cosmic backyard? What makes … Continue readingThe Solar System Explained!
Here’s an overview of 30 MUST-SEE Deep-Sky Objects (DSO), mainly Galaxies and Galaxy Clusters, in March 2023 with a backyard telescope. For a further explanation and pictures, see the video. Enjoy, and clear skies! On March 1, NGC3184, also called the Little Pinwheel Galaxy will … Continue reading30 MUST-SEE Galaxies in March 2023 with a Telescope! | Deep-Sky Objects (DSO)
March 1: Close approach of Venus and Jupiter. The planets Venus and Jupiter will be within a mere 29 arcminutes from each other. The pair will be visible in the southwestern sky after sunset. March 7: Full Moon. Native Americans called this last full moon of winter … Continue reading8 MUST-SEE Astronomy Events in March 2023!
Hi folks, I still can’t believe I got an Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) Award for my PacMan Nebula! I wanted to celebrate this personal milestone on my website by sharing more info about the picture, as well as the story behind creating the … Continue readingNASA Astronomy Picture of the Day award!
January 2021 Jan 2-3: Quadrantids meteor showerJan 13: New moon phaseJan 24: Mercury at greatest eastern elongationJan 28: Full moon phase (Wolf Moon) February 2021 Feb 11: New moon phaseFeb 18: NASA Perseverance Mars landing (Jezero Crater)Feb 27: Full moon phase (Snow Moon) Feb TBA: China Tianwen-1 Mars landing (Utopia Planitia) March … Continue reading25 Awesome Space Events to Watch in 2021
I recently imaged the eagle nebula and the pillars of creation through my 80mm telescope. In my picture, you can see the elephant trunks of interstellar gas and dust of the Eagle Nebula. They are named Pillars of creation because the gas and dust are … Continue readingPillars of creation and Eagle Nebula: astrophotography
We have some exciting things to look forward to in the night sky for July 2020. In this night sky update, I’ll discuss three comets (LEMMON/NEOWISE/ENCKE), the opposition of Jupiter and Saturn and some exciting deep sky objects to view or photograph. Last but not … Continue readingNight sky update July 2020
In this night sky update, I’ll inform you about near earth objects, the annular solar eclipse on the 21st of june, the positions of the planets and popular deep sky objects you can image during the month of June. Also, I would like to thank … Continue readingJune 2020 night sky update – Solar Eclipse, comet swan, panstarrs, and more