Milky Way Clouds Over The Mount Evans Observatory
Clouds pass quickly overhead revealing the Milky Way skies above. In
this image taken from the Mount Evans Observatory (elevation 14,148
feet), city lights from Denver show the reach of their illumination
from 50 or so miles away as the observatory and clouds overhead glow
brightly without any assistance from light painting. I liked how
layer of clouds added some interest as it plays a little hide &
seek with the stars above (even if it does add a little noise too).
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Over the past few months, I've taken a good look at opening the door to offering some instructional training on night photography. I've done some research on what it would take to be ready for workshops (which are coming soon) but I've found that the demand for classroom training to even stronger than I had expected. When asked a few months ago, I agreed to do a series of classes for a local photography group and found such a strong response that all the classes filled up and went onto a waiting list within just a few hours of being announced. This image was taken as part of a meetup we sandwiched in between two of the classes. Now that this initial series is complete and I know a little more about the demand, I decided to do a little more.
So I've lined up an all-day training event called "Capturing The Dark Side" - set to take place on Saturday, October 27th in Lone Tree, Colorado. With a whole lot of great content, we cover everything from the planning and the shooting technique to the post-processing. With details at meetu.ps/kt4ZP, last I checked, the class is all fillled up (I'm happy to say).
Beyond the instructional training, I've also been working hard on building a new website to replace what is currently showing at www.coloradocaptures.com. I'm excited and hopeful this will allow Colorado Captures to take a big step forward. For now, it's just my excuse for not posting many images. :-)
Comments and faves
Michael Fumarolo, icecubephoto - trying to catch up, karjul, blazeriffic, and 297 other people added this photo to their favorites.
icecubephoto - trying to catch up (8 months ago | reply)
Damn nice image, Mike!
Diffusion filter, defocussed stars, sneeze on lens? Whatever the technique, that's a beautiful spray of stars up there.
Random thought re workshops- get liability waivers from every participant. And enjoy!
Mike Berenson - Colorado Captures (8 months ago | reply)
No doubt Mark, I remember your bear comment well! :-) Thanks for all your encouragement, my friend!
efiske (8 months ago | reply)
Stunning capture.
Ted Raynor Photography (8 months ago | reply)
Clouds always add some interest I think. Way to go as usual Mike.
Wish I could be there for your class. This "Deep sky stacking" stuff just escapes me for now.
floyka (8 months ago | reply)
I'm already signed up! I too like the way the clouds give a nice layer.
rianhouston (8 months ago | reply)
Great shot Mike. The clouds are definitely a bonus!
One Mile High Photography (8 months ago | reply)
Outstanding work!
Guy Schmickle (8 months ago | reply)
A gorgeous nightscape as always, Mike. Best of luck with your workshops. With your knowledge of night photography, I'm sure they'll be a rousing success!
kgrin (8 months ago | reply)
Awesome capture -- observing the observatory observing the sky...
jondblake (8 months ago | reply)
Beautiful shot Mike. Love the clouds adding to the mystery of the shot. I wish you all the best in your workshop endeavor.
dixie_law (8 months ago | reply)
The stars in this look very different - like jewels! I agree about the clouds - they add a very different element that I think gives this more mood and depth. Wonderful color too. This is a great one Mike. I'm rushing to see if there are any spots left in your class!!!!
Garys_thisandthat (8 months ago | reply)
I so look forward to learning more of your expertise! I have admired your work for some time. See you on the 27th!
BrettWarren (8 months ago | reply)
That class will be literally down the street from me haha, might have to sign up!
Patti Richmond (Disney Beach Girl) (8 months ago | reply)
Fabulous!
Martin Playing With Pixels & Words (8 months ago | reply)
Wowser mike!
NASA eat your heart out!
I don't live in CO, good luck with workshop
R a q u e l d e C a s t r o (8 months ago | reply)
WOOOOwww, Espectacular nocturna Mike, fantastico tanto el encuadre, la luz como la nitidez de ese cielo increible.Gran trabajo amigo.
tvbare (8 months ago | reply)
Beautiful!
nigel176 (8 months ago | reply)
Very nice
Zach Dischner (8 months ago | reply)
Pretty sweet Mike! I like the few bursting stars. Makes it feel magical!
seattlerayhutch45 (8 months ago | reply)
Beautiful capture and composition!
Neticola (8 months ago | reply)
Very nice work, very well deserved. ah! Congratulations with Explore!
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Don'z (8 months ago | reply)
Amazing shot! congrats
A.Alwosaibie (8 months ago | reply)
very beautiful capture
shibnath shaw (8 months ago | reply)
Vary good work. It encarech me to shoot as that:)
femmyvin (8 months ago | reply)
This is spectacular.Good work
kiermist (8 months ago | reply)
Excellent Shot!
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You are invited to post your picture in
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Serge Dai (8 months ago | reply)
Congratulations on Explore !
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Tom ♠ (8 months ago | reply)
Superb, excellent clarity
i-seen-it RubenS (8 months ago | reply)
WOW great shot !
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ed 37 ~~ (8 months ago | reply)
This is excellent! Congratulations on Explore ;)
Robin-Wilson (8 months ago | reply)
An epic night shot shot Mike!!.....yours always are!!
Congrats on a well deserved FP Explore!!
H. Eisenreich Foto (8 months ago | reply)
a fantastic photo! just great............!
Saimir.Kumi (8 months ago | reply)
Stunning view. Beautifully done with great details and colors. Well seen and deserved on Explore. Pleasure.
Hörspielhörerin [here and there] (8 months ago | reply)
stunning view - brilliant shot!
Wideangle55 (8 months ago | reply)
WOW...an OUTSTANDING photo....seen in EXPLORE....WELL DESERVED!!!!
Palomata Photography [deleted] (8 months ago | reply)
stunning night shot!! congrats on explore!!
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torfmauke (peat foot) pausing (8 months ago | reply)
congratz for being in explore...
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hooby-marburg (8 months ago | reply)
An extraordinary strong aesthetic work
and it is such a great pleasure to look at your work.
Congratulations !!!
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Darren White Photography (8 months ago | reply)
This is sweet.... I'll email you this weekend as I have some dates planned to be in the area...
Brian Kim Studio (8 months ago | reply)
Nice shot
Mike Berenson - Colorado Captures (8 months ago | reply)
Holy cow - such a positive response!! Thank you so much everyone for all the great support!!!
Ibrahim Fawaz (8 months ago | reply)
Cool capture
rbnisonfire (8 months ago | reply)
So fucking awesome
kruimeltje599 (8 months ago | reply)
beautiful picture mike
Vulcanian (8 months ago | reply)
Amazing shot! Congratulations!
© Montse ★;-)) (8 months ago | reply)
Simply wonderful!!!!!
utc_ali (8 months ago | reply)
Excellent work
Beautiful image
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mrtungsten62-ON/OFF (8 months ago | reply)
Excellent image. Well done.
Congrats being on Explore!!! :-))
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Jenny's site (8 months ago | reply)
wow, such a surreal image. You're just the best at these Mike