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A neighbor's new security lamp washed out my Andromeda shot
I spent all night setting up my gear to get a good picture of the Andromeda galaxy. Then my neighbor put up a huge security light that shines right into my backyard. Every time I start a long exposure, that bright glare messes up the whole image. I asked him if he could angle it down or use a shield, but he just shrugged and said it keeps his house safe. Now my photos come out with this awful orange glow that I can't fix in editing. It feels like all my work is wasted because of one light. I even thought about finding a new spot, but my yard is the only dark place I have. This whole thing has really killed my joy for taking space pictures.
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xena_murphy7mo ago
Those bright lights often ruin NIGHT vision and don't actually deter crime. A clip-on filter might salvage your shots without needing a new spot.
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