When we think of astrophotography, we often imagine the moment of capture—the telescope pointed skyward, the camera sensor gathering ancient starlight. But that’s only half the story.
Behind every stunning deep-sky image lies a meticulous and creative process: calibration, alignment, stacking, stretching, noise reduction, color balancing, and more. This is the hidden half of the craft—the part where raw photons become art.
In this section of Enchanted Astronomy, we’ll explore the full imaging and processing workflow from start to finish. You’ll find tutorials, insights, software recommendations, and real-world examples—from acquisition planning to the final polish.
Whether you’re just starting out or refining advanced techniques, this is where imaging meets precision—and magic.