Hello from Saudi Arabia

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Trana avatar
I am currently working in Saudi Arabia. Have a Meade etx90 and am trying to build up for astrophotography and Deep Space photography. Can some body guide me to some resources for newbies.

Thanks
Eduardo Oliveira avatar
Hi Trana…I recommend that you start by reading about the different types of astrophotography (planetaryxDSO) and  decide on what kind of equipment you will be prepared to invest on. If you have specific questions I can try to help. How is the sky there in Saudi Arabia?

regards,

Eduardo Oliveira
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