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ZuluAlpha remote observatory phase 1 reservation now open

Monday, October 20, 2025 by Austin Harris

The newly launched ZuluAlpha remote observatory near Sutherland, South Africa, is now accepting reservations for Phase 1 of its remote hosting facility. Built on a high plateau under some of the darkest skies on Earth, the observatory allows astronomers, astrophotographers, and research institutions...

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Starfront Observatories installs Custom 24-Inch F3 telescope

Saturday, August 23, 2025 by Richard Harris

Starfront Observatories in Rockwood, Texas has installed its largest telescope yet. A custom-built 24 inch f/3 Newtonian astrograph now rides atop a wedge-mounted PlaneWave L-600, marking a significant leap forward in the observatory’s growing array of customer hosted telescopes. This instrume...

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ZuluAlpha remote observatory

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 by Richard Harris

A new opportunity has emerged for astrophotographers and research institutions seeking unparalleled views of the southern celestial hemisphere. ZuluAlpha Remote Observatory, a newly developed facility near Sutherland, South Africa, offers a unique fusion of pristine skies, flexible hosting infrastru...

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Astrophotography FAILS: The bad habits ruining your shots

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 by Richard Harris

Astrophotography is a pursuit that balances technical discipline with creative expression. For newcomers, the journey from capturing raw data to presenting a stunning final image is both exciting and intimidating. Along the way, however, many photographers, particularly beginners, fall into common t...

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