SUNSET: 
Finders for "Southerly Planetary Nebulae"
Find close-up finders for 16 targets covered in Don Ferguson's observing article in the June 2021 issue of Sky & Telescope.
Imaging Foundations with Richard Wright
Tips for Imaging Galaxies from Your Backyard
You don't need a dark-sky location to shoot galaxies — you can capture them from your backyard with these tips.
Famous and Noteworthy Astronomers
Giorgia Hofer, Nightscape Astrophotographer
An Italian accountant, captivated by the sky since childhood, learned astrophotography to bring the heavens home with her.
Planets and Comets Can't Hide from SOHO's Eye
With the help of the Solar Heliospheric Observatory you can not only keep track of the planets in the daytime sky but maybe even discover a comet.
Imaging Foundations with Richard Wright
In Astrophotography, Bigger Is Not Always Better!
Don't be intimidated by astrophotography equipment — modest equipment can do great things.
Astrophotography: Tips & Techniques
A Free Tool for Lucky Imaging
Check out this free astrophotography software package that'll make processing your lucky images — especially of the Sun and Moon — a snap.
Astrophotography: Tips & Techniques
Two Ways to Use Video for Astrophotography
Use high-speed cameras to capture spectacular live views of galaxies and high-res images of the Moon and planets.
Famous and Noteworthy Astronomers
Dara Norman, Astronomer and Astronomy-Enabler
After delving into the connection between quasars and gravitational lensing, Dara Norman pivoted to paving the way for astronomers to do the work they love.
Imaging Foundations with Richard Wright
Astro-Imaging: The Truth about Raw Data
What "comes off the camera" is remarkably different in astrophotography than most photographers expect coming from a digital camera experience.
Astrophotography: Tips & Techniques
Do Science With Your Astrophotography
Astrophotography can be its own reward, but there are ways to dig deeper. Here are some ways to do quantitative science with your images.
Famous and Noteworthy Astronomers
Gibor Basri: Brown Dwarf Pioneer
The astronomer’s stellar studies led to the first confirmed discovery of a “failed star” and played a critical role in getting the Kepler Space Telescope off the ground.
Astrophotography: Tips & Techniques
The Scientific Value of "Pretty Pictures"
Even processed images still contain data that's of scientific value.
Here’s What’s New in the Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition
Sky & Telescope presents the second edition of its most popular celestial atlases, the Pocket Sky Atlas and the Jumbo Pocket Sky Atlas!
Famous and Noteworthy Astronomers
Benjamin Banneker: Self-taught Astronomer
The story of astronomer and polymath Benjamin Banneker (1731–1806) is one of dignity and ingenuity against the backdrop of slavery and racism.
Astrophotography: Tips & Techniques
Catch A Shooting Star (with Your Camera)
Catching a falling star is easier than you think . . . when you use a camera!
Imaging Foundations with Richard Wright
Astrophotography: Picking Your Pixels
The drive for smaller pixels comes from wanting more resolution. But in astrophotography, bigger pixels capture more light.
Astrophotography: Tips & Techniques
Backyard Projects for At-home Astrophotographers
Can’t get to your favorite dark sky site? Do not despair, a great many targets and techniques are still available to the backyard imager.
The Big Dipper: Hop to Spring's Sky Sights
The Big Dipper is one of the most familiar sights in the Northern Hemisphere’s night skies. You can use its stars to locate other fun targets.
Imaging Foundations with Richard Wright
Astrophotography: Catching Comets
Photographing comets presents unique challenges to your astrophotography routine. A few straightforward techniques can help.
Famous and Noteworthy Astronomers
Celebrating Astronomer Margaret Burbidge, 1919–2020
The astronomer who taught us we are all made of stardust has passed away after celebrating her 100th birthday on August 12, 2019.
