Starfall Sessions: Live Webinar with Travis Howell

Ready to turn your camera toward the stars? This 2-hour online session is your complete introduction to astrophotography—from gear to great shots. Whether you're just getting started or looking to refine your approach, you'll leave with the knowledge and confidence to capture the night sky like never before.

We'll break down everything from essential camera settings and lens choices to shooting techniques for stars, the Milky Way, and even meteors. You'll learn how to focus in the dark, avoid common mistakes, and get a primer on image stacking and editing for clean, detailed results. Plus, get recommendations on gear, apps, and planning tools to make your next shoot a success.

What you’ll learn:

• Core gear: cameras, lenses, tripods, and trackers
• Manual camera settings for night sky photography
• Focusing in the dark and avoiding star trails
• Planning tools: light pollution maps, star apps, moon phases
• Intro to stacking and basic post-processing
• Tips for shooting stars, constellations, Milky Way, and meteorsWho it’s for:

• Photographers with a basic understanding of manual mode who want to explore the exciting world of astrophotography—no telescope required!

Join us live to ask questions, get real-time guidance, and receive a downloadable resource guide to support your first (or next) night shoot. This is a great segway course for our at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park in Vandalia, Michigan. Join us under the summer night sky for a hands-on astrophotography experience timed perfectly with the annual Perseid meteor shower.

Interested in attending this webinar & the in person workshop on August 12th?

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Whether you're a budding night photographer or looking to capture your first meteor streak, this 3-hour workshop will guide you through the techniques and tools needed to shoot stunning nightscapes.

We’ll cover camera setup, focusing in the dark, exposure settings for meteors and stars, and best practices for capturing fleeting fireballs. Participants will also have access to our selection of lenses during the session to help elevate their results. Set against a dark-sky backdrop, Starfall Sessions is your chance to learn, shoot, and connect with others who love the night sky.

What’s you’ll get

• 3-hour on-location workshop during the peak of the Perseids
• Live instruction on composition, focus, and exposure for meteors
• Lens rental included (limited supply – first come, first served)
• Tips for getting the best nighttime exposures
• Small group setting for personalized guidanceEvent is on August 12th from 10:00pm - 2:00am at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park in Vandalia, MI

Who should attend:

• Beginner to intermediate photographers comfortable with manual settings and eager to shoot under the stars.
• Spots are limited, so make your reservation today and get ready for a night full of astral fascination!

* Workshop subject to change based on weather conditions. T.K. Lawless generally will close if weather conditions are not favorable. We will keep you posted on foreseeable weather patterns. *

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