BBC Sky at Night Magazine has today announced the return of Back Garden Astronomy Week, but this time with an astrophotography focus, designed to inspire the nation to discover the wonders of photography, essential observing and astro imaging tips. Devised by the BBC Sky at Night Magazine team, each amateur astrophotographer who signs up via skyatnightmagazine.com/backgarden will be guided through how to capture some of the most alluring objects in the night sky, all of which can be photographed from a back garden with just a smartphone or a DSLR camera. Participants need to sign-up before Saturday 28th September to receive a free 58-page digital starter pack, and a daily newsletter during Back Garden Astronomy Week containing all the advice that beginners need, including; how to avoid camera shake, the right apps for low-light conditions and which accessories are best for photographing the night sky. BBC Sky at Night Magazine welcome a number of partners for the second season of Back Garden Astronomy Week, including the Cannon, Royal Photographic Society, Royal Museums Greenwich and publishers Harper Collins. Saturday 28th September to Friday 4th October

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