April 2011 Archives

Next Friday and Saturday - April 29 and 30 - I have the privilege of conducting a workshop and speaking on astronomical sketching at the 2011 NCRAL Annual Convention in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Details about the convention can be found here: 2011 NCRAL: The Amateur Strikes Back The Astronomical Sketching...

A talented observer and astronomical sketcher passed away last week at the age of 46. Scott Mellish was a frequent contributor to the Astronomy Sketch of the Day. His work is stunning and wonderfully captures the rich, subtle beauty of the deep sky. Scott's inventive and skillful use of paint...

Positive Sketches of Messier 81 and Messier 82Click image to view larger version. Original Negative Sketch of Messier 81 and Messier 82Click image to view larger version. Original Negative Sketch of Messier 81 and Messier 82Click image to view larger version. Subject:Messier 81 and Messier 82 Issue:April 2011 Astronomy Now...

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