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Flagstaff Festival of Science: Photographing Flagstaff’s Dark Skies – Astrophotography Basics & Insights with John Gartin

September 30, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Free
Learn approaches to Astrophotography in a combined classroom and field-based workshop with astrophotographer John Gartin.
Workshop meets at CCA and travels to Buffalo Park to photograph the night sky. Participants will learn how to use their own camera settings, the impact of different camera settings, foreground composition, site scouting, apps & online resources, different astrophotography approaches, and how to post-process photographs. Equipment is required. A list of needed and suggested items will be emailed to you after making a reservation. The list is also available on the reservation page.
The class will go from 6 to 7:30 PM at Coconino Center for the Arts. The class will then reconvene at Buffalo Park at 8:00. You will need your own transportation to Buffalo Park. From 8 PM to 9:30 the class will study and take pictures of star trails. Reservations are required.

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Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉

The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October 1, 2023! The Festival features 10-days of engaging events and programs, all free, for the community to enjoy and celebrate the wonders of science!

This year’s theme has been designed to showcase the fascinating research and scientific discovery of Beth Shapiro, PhD.

The Festival offers a wide variety of presentations, hands-on workshops, interactive discussions, classroom talks and guided tours led by outstanding Flagstaff scientists and STEAM professionals. Festival-goers will have the opportunity to learn about ancient cultures, the environment of the Colorado Plateau, wildlife, astronomy and biology, as well as many topics at the intersection of the sciences and the arts.

Festival events highlight the innovative research happening right here in Flagstaff! Events are held in a variety of venues and institutions throughout northern Arizona.

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Audience
Adult,Teens (14 - 18 years)
Genre
Arts, Culture & Social Science,Space & Astronomy
Type
Expo/Festival,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Workshop
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Coconino