Solar Imaging Workshop (11 Sep 2022)

Date: 11 Sep 2022
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
Ages: 10+
Fee: AED 300 – AED 400

Photography is all about light, and that light is often sunlight. Even at night, when you photograph the moon and the planets, you are working with sunlight.

But have you ever tried to take pictures of the Sun itself? This workshop will introduce you to the many wonders of sun photography in an easy way with high precision and quality. You’ll be able to capture sunspots, granules, faculae, prominence, and filaments.

PROVIDED EQUIPMENT : 

• Premium Optics telescope with computerized mount
• Precision-made narrowband solar filter
• High-quality astronomical imaging camera

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 

• Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
• You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
• Masks are MANDATORY!
• Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
• You will receive a digital certificate through email by the end of this course.
• Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
• Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.