# Event Details - **Event Name**: Milky Way Photography 101: Learn to Photograph the Night Sky - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us in person to capture stunning Milky Way shots and master night sky photography basics!About this EventMilky Way Photography 101: Learn to Photograph the Night SkyLearn to Photograph the Night Sky with ConfidenceHave you ever looked at a Milky Way photo and wondered, “How on earth do people capture that?”The truth is — Milky Way photography isn’t just luck. It rewards planning, patience, and understanding a few key techniques. The good news? You do not need expensive gear or years of experience to get started and you can capture these type of images right here in Southwestern Ontario!Join award-winning Canadian photographer and educator Trevor Pottelberg for an engaging and beginner-friendly introduction to Milky Way photography.This workshop is designed to help photographers feel confident photographing the night sky while learning the practical skills needed to create stronger, more intentional images.Whether you are completely new to astrophotography or have tried photographing the stars before and felt frustrated, this workshop will help simplify the process and get you pointed in the right direction.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN• How to locate and photograph the Milky Way core• Understanding Milky Way season and timing• Planning around moon phases and darkness• Recommended gear and camera settings• Aperture, shutter speed, and ISO explained simply• How to achieve sharp focus in the dark• Composition tips for stronger night sky images• Understanding light pollution and dark skies• Helpful planning apps and tools (PhotoPills, Stellarium, Light Pollution Maps & more)• Beginner-friendly shooting workflows that actually work in the field• Different approaches to Milky Way photography including single image, panoramic, stacked, blended, and tracked imagesTHIS WORKSHOP IS✔ Beginner-Friendly✔ Practical & Real-World Focused✔ Confidence-Building✔ Designed for Photographers of All Experience LevelsTHIS WORKSHOP IS NOT✘ A highly technical deep-sky astrophotography class✘ A heavy post-processing/editing workshop✘ Overwhelming or overly complicatedWHAT PAST ATTENDEES ARE SAYING“Trevor’s workshop was incredibly well prepared, engaging, and inspiring. His passion for photography is contagious and he makes learning feel approachable. Having attended hundreds of professional presentations throughout my university education, I would rank Trevor’s among the top 5%.”— Andrea M.ABOUT TREVORTrevor Pottelberg is an award-winning Canadian photographer, educator, and photography professor based in Southwestern Ontario. Trevor has been teaching photography at Fanshawe College in London, Ontario for over 18 years and has earned national recognition for his wildlife, landscape, and night photography.His work has been featured internationally, including multiple magazine covers, and he was honoured as Canadian National Photographic Artist of the Year through the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC).Known for his approachable teaching style and passion for helping photographers grow creatively, Trevor loves helping others gain confidence with their camera and see the world differently after dark.WORKSHOP DETAILS📍 Location: Fanshawe College, London, Ontario🕒 Duration: Approximately 3 Hours🎒 Bring: A notebook, pen, snacks, your questions, and curiosityPLEASE NOTEThis is a classroom-based educational workshop designed to build confidence and understanding before heading into the field.No prior Milky Way photography experience is required.Come learn how to photograph one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles — and leave feeling inspired, informed, and ready to try it for yourself. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a2fa34c0-51ab-11f1-8215-97d343b7cc5a-rimg-w1200-h600-dceddfd3-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/milky-way-photography-101-learn-to-photograph-the-night-sky/100001989754581516 - **Event Categories**: workshops, photography, art, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 246.47, max: 246.47, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Fanshawe College - **lat**: 43.0129902 - **long**: -81.19942089999999 - **full address**: Fanshawe College, 1001 Fanshawe College Boulevard, London, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Milky Way Photography 101: Learn to Photograph the Night Sky - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/25967cd0f6979e4544e431d9da9e062dbce32e2936678081c554871d7c459c4c-rimg-w1200-h600-dc151614-gmir.jpg?v=1778993365 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Milky Way Photography 101: Learn to Photograph the Night Sky being held? - **A:** Milky Way Photography 101: Learn to Photograph the Night Sky takes place on Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Fanshawe College, 1001 Fanshawe College Boulevard, London, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Milky Way Photography 101: Learn to Photograph the Night Sky? - **A:** Milky Way Photography 101: Learn to Photograph the Night Sky is organized by Trevor Pottelberg Photography. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Milky Way Photography 101: Learn to Photograph the Night Sky is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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