Jim Baugh and Captain Pyrate Pete from "HOOKED"
Sunday, December 15, 2024
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Sunday, October 13, 2024
C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS First evening photograph, how to film and where to look East Coast USA 2024
C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS
Chesapeake Bay
C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS)
First evening photograph, how to film and where to look East Coast USA
"The Comet I could Not See!"
Well,
this was a tuff one. Had read many of the articles and planned on filming the
first possible evening sighting of the comet Atlas on the Eastern Shore of
Virginia, at Kiptopeake. This was a great advantage because of the very clear
horizon line across the Chesapeake Bay looking west.
The
filming window was short, starting at 7:15 pm Saturday night October 12th,
three of us started peering at was supposed to be the exact location of the
comet about 12 degrees above the horizon at 260 degrees west. This would put it
visually about an inch south of the sunset viewing with the naked eye which
equates to approximately 24mm. I will list the camera gear below and settings,
nothing dramatic at all.
Here
is the rub, the window was only 15 to 20 minutes or so to see Comet A3, that
was it. So naturally in my normal “Fear” of setting up the camera gear
correctly, I went ahead and set focus at 200mm on an abject across the Bay (The
Chamberlin Hotel). I was set up at Kiptopeake, and focousing on a building
across the Bay in Hampton Virginia. I figured this would be the best focus I
could get for the comet considering I may not be able to see the comet to focus
correctly. Good thing I took this step, because I never saw the comet with the
naked eye!
So
7:15 pm came, and went. No comet. Ok, been down this road before, give it a
little more time and we will see if it shows its ARSE. The problem is, there
was little time. The comet was only a hair above the atmosphere visually, so it
was going to be lost pretty quick. As hard as all three of us looked, we never
saw the comet. So what to do?
I
had the camera on the tripod and set the position to 260 west, 12 degreed above
the horizon. Nothing. Next, I cranked the ISO a bit but not to much as to blow
out any details. Took a “blank” exposure meaning there was nothing visual in
the scene except the horizon.
Once
the exposure was complete, hit the review button, zoomed in as far as the preview
monitor could and scanned the image. It really did not take much review because
the comet was dead ahead just where it was supposed to be, but not visible to
the naked eye. Next, zoom the lens in taking a few test exposures to make sure
I was keeping the comet in frame. Once fully at 200mm the comet almost filled
the screen.
Now
I started cranking out the exposures because we only had maybe 10 minutes left
before the comet would vanish below the horizon.
So
the scene with the foreground with the concrete ship worked, everything was
where it was supposed to be, however, had to take a leap of faith at first that
something would be there even if we could not see it. Sorta like life in general,
I guess.
This
night was only after 48 hours of filming the Northern Lights here in Virginia
Beach, something never had seen before. What a weekend!
Camera
was an SL2, Tamron 18 to 200mm shot mostly at 200 / 320 Equivalent. Shutter
ranged from 10 to 15 seconds, Iso 800 to 1600. The comet was not enlarged in
the photo and there was very little post processing. For the most part, that is
what it looked like RAW out of camera. The foreground was shot on the same rig
at 70mm
On
every astro shoot my knowledge base of photography has been expanded. Tonight
was no exception.
The
Comet ATLAS will be easier to see over the next 10 days because it will be rising
higher in the sky each night. I wanted this first shot to be close to the
horizon just after sun set, the colors are amazing. Risky way to shoot, but it
worked this time.
Take
this opportunity to get out and see the comet ATLAS! You will be glad you did.
Look
Up!!
Jim
Baugh
Jim Baugh Outdoors TV
jbotv@outlook.com
(804)240-7577 USA
Comet Atlas / 260 degrees west / 12 degrees above the horizon Oct 12th 7:15pm-7:45
Gear / Cannon SL2, Tamron 18-200 on a tripod, F4, shutter 10 to 15 sec exposures, ISO 800-1600
Filming Location / Eastern Shore of Virginia, Kiptopeake.
The Northern Lights Filmed 48hrs prior Chics Beach, Virginia BEach VA.
Thursday, October 10, 2024
New Nightscape!! : "Northern Lights over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel."
New Nightscape!! : "Northern Lights over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel."
Not lying, this was a first for me! Totally awesome experiance filming down on Chics Beach to witness the Northern Lights for the first time. Nice crowd of folks enjoying the astro scenery.
Now get out there and get yourself some!
Sunday, September 29, 2024
Jim Baugh Nightscape Bundle Package for Fall / Holiday Season 2024
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Many thanks for your continued 37 yr support of Jim Baugh Outdoors TV and our continued exploration into the world of Nightscape Photography,
Godspeed,
Jim Baugh
Jim Baugh Outdoors TV
Saturday, September 14, 2024
New Nightscape: Milky Way over Currituck Ferry North Carolina 2024
A beautiful night of filming and a great way to wrap up Milky Way season 2024. It has been a good year for astrophotography. Last year, was totally bown out due to overcast skies, so 2024 has been a welcome change. A shout out to all my new friends on the causeway to Knotts Island. Lots of fun and hope the fishing improved. Cheers. JB
Sunday, September 1, 2024
New Nightscape end of summer 2024 Pungo Milky Way
New Nightscape: “Pungo Milky Way August 2024”
Had my eye on this for about 3 years. Tonight had the opportunity with a weather window, beautiful night. Have a great holiday folks. JB
Cannon SL2, F 2.8, tokina 11 to 16mm, shot at 11. Lens muff 3 heat paks, Varying shutter 30sec to two minutes. Intervalometer, Ioptron Sky Tracker pro, GVM RGB Lights and stand.
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
New Nightscape: "Waiting for Debbie" Knotts Isand NC
New Nightscape: "Waiting for Debby"
Location: Knotts Island NC, Pearls Marina.
Gear / Cannon SL2. Tokina 11-16mm, Ioptron Sky Tracker Pro, GVM RGB Lights, Tripods, stands, camera was triggered by WIFI remote. Lens muff with heat packs.
Friday, August 2, 2024
August 2, 2024, I made it to 63!! Thank you Lord! Jim Baugh
63 it is!! Made it!
I don’t remember my first birthday, but this one I will always remember because it almost was not to be. I knew I was in real trouble when being hauled away in the ambulance the radio was playing “Nearer My God to Thee”.
Since then, things have changed drastically for the better. Now today, healthy as a horse in heat, heart is rockin, all systems go and in top shape! Happier than a Labrador in a Frisbee factory!
Many thanks to my family, Ben and
Casey, Jazz, my doctors, co-workers, employers (Scott Solid Structures and the
Oyster Farm ESVA), fans and sponsors of Jim Baugh Outdoors TV, Friends Diane, Nick and Amy
plus the North Beach Gang and my Hampton Boating family (Pyrate Pete and
company), Solstice Publishing, Lisa M. and to everyone that has been along for
the Jim Baugh Outdoors TV Ride over the past 37 years. It has been and will
continue to be an incredible ride of life! Attached to this post is my lifelong
theme song.
My oh my, what a wonderful day. Plenty
of sunshine headed my way
Zip-a-dee-doo-dah zip-a-dee-a
Smell those Shrimp, they’re beginning to boil! Amen!!
Jim Casey and Jess
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| Jim and Lisa |
Saturday, July 6, 2024
NEW: Old tackle shops never die. Filmed Wachapreague 7 5 24 during my Milky Way Workshop
"Old tackle shops never die"
Filmed during a Milky Way Workshop over 4th of July weekend 2024 in
Wachapreague on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
Jim Baugh
This was a great workshop that was the first in 1 1/2 years due to last years constant overcast skies. Well, we caught a break at least of an hour and it was fairly early in the evening.
"You could see a billion stars"
At least for an hour or so, then the clouds moved in like predicted and it was a rainy drive back to Virginia Beach.
Here is some info on what I used, there were a variety of cameras being
used this night. My gear was
Cannon SL2, Ioptron Sky Tracker Pro, GVM RGB Light, wireless triggers,
monfrotto tripod, 11mm and 17mmm lens.
Exposures on the Milky Way ranged from 1 to 4 minutes. Foreground
exposures were mostly at 1 second.
I used my Shadowpainting technique for the foregrounds and also shot multiple exposures.
This was a successful and very fun workshop. Stay tuned for more announcements in the future, based on weather of course.
Tight lines, clear skies, and Godspeed.
Jim Baugh
Class Dismissed!
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