Nightscaper 2024

In this second presentation of a two-part Deepscapes series, Mike will detail how to separately optimize the deep-sky and foreground images captured in the field and blend them into a stunning deepscape image. Specifically, you will learn:

• how to apply the latest basic and advanced tools in Adobe Lightroom to bring out the best features of your deep-sky images
• how to stack multiple deep-sky and foreground images separately for noise reduction
• how to remove a background color cast/vignette using PixInsight
• how to remove the stars from your stacked deep-sky image for separate editing of the stars-only and starless images, and then re-combining in Photoshop using layers and masks
• how to seamlessly blend the optimized deep-sky and foreground images into a deepscape using layers and selection tools in Photoshop
• how to use the Selective Color tool in Photoshop to make your deepscape pop

These methods will allow you to refine your images at each step and create a custom deepscape photograph that genuinely reflects your artistic vision.

If you have PhotoPills and don’t know how to use it to plan your photos, join Rafael to learn how to really use this powerful app once and for all. He will cover in detail all the main tools PhotoPills includes to help you plan your photos from home and in the field.