Theo Fountoulakis
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Stargazing for Beginners: Explore the Wonders of the Night Sky This practical guide explains and demystifies stargazing, teaching you to recognize different kinds of objects and showing you how they move through the sky over the course of the night and the year. It shows you how to understand and enjoy the cosmos, building your practical astronomy skills from the… “read more”
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Quick Guide to Calibration Frames in Astrophotography Calibration frames are essential for improving the quality of your astrophotography images. They correct for sensor imperfections, thermal noise, and optical issues, ensuring your final images are clean, accurate, and visually striking. Bias Frames: Correcting Read Noise What They Are: Capture the camera’s read noise—the inherent noise from the sensor. How to Capture:… “read more”
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There’s an invitation to tea and scones at Tory Top Library on Saturday 18th October, from 11 to 1. This is our annual new members morning, making now a good time to join our Club, as the event is for actual members only. You’ll meet some of the committee and fellow new members, and find out about the Club’s activities,… “read more”
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October is a fantastic time to head outside and look up. The nights are getting longer, the air is crisp, and the skies above Cork are full of action. This month we’ve got bright planets, two meteor showers, and some stunning deep-sky objects making a return. Whether you’ve got a telescope, binoculars, or just your own eyes, there’s plenty worth… “read more”
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On Friday, 20th June, our club gathered at The Anglers in Carrigrohane to celebrate the summer solstice with a midsummer barbecue. Just like last year, the venue proved to be the perfect choice, offering great food, a relaxed atmosphere, and a beautiful setting by the river. It was fantastic to see so many members come together. The evening was filled… “read more”
