BAI Night of Astrophotography

Capture the Milky Way – A Night of Astrophotography with Chris Olivas Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 8:00 pm – 12:00 am Join award-winning astrophotographer Chris Olivas, in exploring the amazing dark-skies of Borrego Springs. Learn how to create stunning photos of the Milky Way in just one session. In this workshop, Chris will take you through the basics of astrophotography, and you’ll get to use a variety of lenses and tools as you learn. You’ll visit several unique and easy to access locations, such as the sculptures of Galleta Meadows, ideal backdrops for the Milky Way. This is a great workshop for beginners and includes a 1-hour virtual pre-meeting session and a 4-hour on-site session. Gear Required: Camera with long exposure capabilities Tripod Recommended: Headlamp Closed-toe shoes Long pants Sweater Meet outside of the Borrego Art Institute at 8:00 pm Schedule: 8:00 pm – 12:00 am Borrego Art Institute 665 Palm Canyon Drive Borrego Springs CA 92004 BAI Members: $250 Non-Members: $275 Min: 4, Max: 8