"Part One - How to Photograph the Eclipse" by Alan Dyer

Veteran eclipse chaser and photographer Alan Dyer reviews several ways to capture memorable and dramatic images and videos of the April 8, 2024 total eclipse of the Sun, from simple methods requiring a minimum of attention to more complex techniques requiring more work at the camera. The emphasis will be on techniques that yield great images while still allowing you time to actually see the eclipse!

About the Speaker:
Alan Dyer is one of Canada’s best-known astronomy authors and astrophotographers. He happily retired from many rewarding years producing planetarium shows for the theaters in Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Calgary. Mr. Dyer is co-author of the popular guidebook for amateur astronomers, “The Backyard Astronomer’s Guide,” published by Firefly Books. He has also prepared a new eBook, “How to Photograph the Solar Eclipses.” Information about both books is on his website, Amazing Sky. He has traveled to every continent chasing total solar eclipses, chalking up 16 thus far. He is a member of the international The World at Night photography group. Mr. Dyer lives in southern Alberta, Canada, at latitude 51° N. Asteroid 78434 is named for him.

Recorded November 17, 2023