August 2007

available August 27th.

 

 

In this issue:

Photograph the ISS
How to photograph the International Space Station in orbit

The 2008 Total Solar Eclipse

Just a year to go until the next total solar eclipse. Where can it be seen from and what to expect.
Make your stars smaller
Large bloated stars can distract from the beauty of an image. This is one way to make them smaller.
How to clean Optics
Got a dirty mirror, lens or corrector plate? We'' show you how to clean them up for optimum performance.
BAA Exhibition Meeting at the National Space Centre
The BAA 'out of town' meetings was at the National Space Centre in June.
Readers Gallery
Your glorious backyard astro-photos
Ring plane crossings of Uranus
August will see the moons of Uranus edge on from our view on Earth.
Your Letters
Got something to say?  This is the place to air your views.
Look North/Look South
The month ahead
Interview with an Amateur
Greek amateur Anthony Ayiomamitis is in the spotlight