About this Event
Join us during Gulf Coast Camera’s Grand Brand Opening in Bradenton for a free introduction to night-sky photography.
This two-part class begins Saturday afternoon with a one-hour class at Gulf Coast Camera. We’ll cover the fundamentals of photographing stars and the night sky, including camera settings, focusing in the dark, lens selection, composition, and the equipment needed for a successful nighttime shoot.
Later that evening, weather permitting, we’ll meet at Coquina Beach for an optional hands-on field session. We’ll use the night sky and waxing moon as the setting for creative environmental portraits while practicing the techniques covered during class.
Schedule
Daytime Class
Saturday, 2:30–3:30 PM
Gulf Coast Camera in Bradenton
6709 State Road 70 E
Bradenton, FL 34203
Night-Sky Portrait Session
Saturday, 8:30–9:15 PM
Coquina Beach
Bradenton Beach, FL
The exact beach meeting point will be provided to registered participants.
What to Bring for the Beach Session
- A camera with manual exposure controls
- A wide-angle or standard lens
- A sturdy tripod
- A fully charged battery
- An empty memory card
- A small flashlight or headlamp
- Bug spray and appropriate beach footwear
The class and field session are free, but registration is required and space may be limited.
The beach session is dependent upon weather and sky conditions. Cloud cover, haze, rain, and moonlight may affect the visibility of the stars and Milky Way. Any schedule changes will be communicated to registered participants.
Event venue & nearby stays
Gulf Coast Camera, Bradenton (Formerly Johnson PhotoImaging), 6709 State Road 70 East, Bradenton, United States
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