Cindy Smith
October 2025 - Milky Way
About the Image(s)
I had plans to go to the Arkansas Dark Sky Festival to photograph the Milky Way with some guidance. There were going to be professionals there to help. However the festival was postponed due to weather, and I couldn’t go the next weekend. I made do by myself, and here is what I came up with. I don’t have any idea if I edited correctly in Lr, so I welcome any comments. Using Canon EOS R5 Mk ii with Tampon 24-70 lens, f/2.9; 24mm; ISO 2500. Edited in Lr, adding contrast, bringing out shadows, slightly, increasing highlights and whites, adding black. Increased dehaze significantly, and saturation and sharpening. In noise reduction, added slight luminance, more detail and contrast, color and detail.
Again, this is my first effort.
3 comments posted
I really like this photo! The sharpness and detail throughout are excellent. I also like how the treetops provide a partial framing for the sky. I note you used an aperture of f/2.9...what was the shutter speed for this photo? I've always wanted to try this genre but haven't as yet. I think I'll give it a try. Thanks for the inspiration! Posted: 10/06/2025 14:40:03
A very commendable first effort!!! You did a great job of focusing. I'm no expert on astro photography processing, but it looks good to me. And the trees really add to the overall effect. Posted: 10/06/2025 16:56:38
WOW - I'd say you first attempt was a success. How did you plan the shot/location? I have zero experience with this type of photography - hopefully others can add more. The foreground elements add a lot (I wish there was something more interesting that the tree top)! Posted: 10/08/2025 08:50:40