October 2007

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In this issue:

Observing Close Double Stars
How close can you get?

Life Without Curves
Can the modern astrophotographer manage image processing without the aid of a non-linear stretch.

At the Zenith
An in depth look at the constellation of Cepheus

The Equalise Function
Give your image that extra 'punch'.

The third Astronomy Festival at the Herstmonceux Science Centre
Camp amongst the domes of the former Royal Greenwich Observatory.

Readers Gallery
Your glorious backyard astro-photos

How to get webcam images of close double stars.
They are easier to observe than to image.

Your Letters
Got something to say?  This is the place to air your views.

Look North/Look South
The month ahead

Do Deep Sky Objects look like their common names?
Pacman and Horsehead are easy. What about Bruce Lee, Lobster or Hamburger?

The Autumn Equinox Star Camp
Sundogs, Barbecues and Clear Skies

Portrait of a Solar Observer
Kevin's Sun Spot looks at the achievements of accomplished solar observer Eric Strach.