Stellar Discovery

See sample images taken with the Samyang 135mm f/2 for deep sky astrophotography. A gallery of nebulae, galaxies and widefield deep sky targets...

Updated for 2025 – Why the Samyang 135mm f/2 remains a top budget lens for widefield astrophotography. Tips, performance insights, and updated target ideas...

Learn how to power a portable astrophotography setup with the Anker Solix C300. Ideal for dark sky sites, this guide covers gear selection, estimated power usage, and a full-night imaging test. Perfect for DSLR-based rigs...

A look at how I photographed the 2025 partial solar eclipse from the UK with a small refractor and solar filters — from setup to final image and everything in between...

Mercury is the smallest planet in the solar system. It is also the planet closest to the Sun. Being close to the Sun is the reason why Mercury is so difficult to find and view. It is often obscured by...

It is estimated that there are billions of Earth-like exoplanets, orbiting Sun-like stars, within a star’s habitable zone just in our Milky Way galaxy alone. Even if only a small percentage of these planets have the right conditions to sustain...

The UK is one of the few places in Europe where you can experience truly dark skies. If you are tired of light-polluted skies then discover some of the best dark sky locations in the UK...

What is the story behind the Cygnus constellation? In this post I will delve into the Cygnus constellation mythology and history. From its earliest origins and the varied mythology that surrounds it, through to its modern acceptance as an officially...

The Constellation Cygnus, also known as the Swan or Northern Cross, is one of the most fascinating and recognisable constellations in the night sky. Cygnus' northerly location makes it very accessible for observers in the northern hemisphere and its rich...

Many challenges come with astrophotography, but one of the most critical skills to master is achieving pinpoint star focus in your astrophotography images. There are several ways to achieve perfect star focus, and in this post, I will share the...

Binoculars are an excellent way for beginners and experienced astronomers to explore the night sky. Their ability to gather more light than the naked eye will reveal a whole host of new stars, planetary moons, deep sky objects and lunar...

The annual Perseids meteor shower is one of the most active of the year. With the potential for over 100 meteors per hour at its peak, it is well worth making an effort to watch. Find out how and when...