Advanced techniques in Milky Way photography, including panoramas, median stacking of multiple exposures for noise reduction, tracking and artificial lighting.

Explore all aspects of photographing Hot Air Balloon and Hot Air Balloon Festivals. Tom will explain what all goes on at most event and why. Some basic Balloon Knowledge and how to get the most out of photographing these 7 story, sometimes glowing, but usually beautiful beasts. Combining elements of color, light, fire and man’s desire for flight, hot air balloons can provide for some really appealing visual works of art. Bring any questions you may have and we will discuss them. There are several local festivals in the area we will talk about.

Join Brad Maxwell and others as we go through the features of the PhotoPills app for Astrophotography.

Northwest Arkansas commercial photographer, Stephen Ironside talks about ways he captures dynamic images while traveling the world. From tips on how to travel inexpensively to what gear to bring to how to engage with people, it’s sure to be a wild ride.

Your equipment is an important part of astrophotography.  It can be technically challenging, but there are apps that can help you.  We will discuss some of the top apps to turn your smartphone into an astrophotography tool! Join Brad Maxwell and others as we go through some apps useful for Astrophotography.