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Capturing the Milky Way with Bob Coates

Bob Coates M.Photog.M.Artist.Cr., CPP, EA-ASP

October 13, 2025

Join photographer Bob Coates on location in Sedona as he demonstrates how to capture the Milky Way between Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock. In this walkthrough, Bob explains how to plan your shot with PhotoPills, work through nautical twilight and blue hour blends, and choose the right camera settings for sharp stars. You’ll learn how to use the NPF rule versus the 500 rule, bracket ISO, capture dark frames, and stabilize your tripod for clean results. This transcript offers a real-world look at the process of night sky photography, from setup to final exposures.