Milky Way Stacking: Boost Detail, Cut Noise
Master the Art of Stacking for Crystal-Clear Milky Way Photos!
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Reduce noise, boost detail, and bring out the full potential of your nightscapes in this live, interactive course. Learn the complete stacking and post-processing workflow with Sequator & Starry Landscape Stacker, followed by expert-level editing in Lightroom Classic. Work on real RAW images alongside us, ask questions in real time, and take your astrophotography to the next level!
Date
TBA
Course Level
Intermediate
Course Fee
250 € (VAT Incl.)
Platform
Google Meet
Course Duration
6 Hours
Capacity
Min. 5 - Max. 15
Master Stacking & Processing for Stunning Nightscapes
In this live, interactive course, you’ll learn to stack and process your Milky Way shots like a pro! Master Sequator (Windows) & Starry Landscape Stacker (MacOS) to reduce noise and enhance detail. Follow our expert-led workflow using RAW images provided by Stellar Xperiences, and refine your edits in Lightroom Classic. Gain a deep understanding of the entire post-processing pipeline and develop the skills to create your own signature workflow!
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
The Science Behind Stacking
Understand the fundamentals of astrophotography noise, Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR), and how stacking improves image quality. Learn about calibration frames and essential techniques for cleaner, sharper results.
Master Stacking Softwares
We’ve got both Windows and Mac users covered! Learn to stack astrophotographs using Sequator (PC) & Starry Landscape Stacker (Mac)—two powerful, accessible tools designed for their respective platforms. Master panel functions, settings, and best practices to optimize your images.
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Complete Stacking & Processing Workflow
Follow a step-by-step workflow to stack and enhance your images in Lightroom Classic, transforming RAW files into breathtaking nightscapes.
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COURSE PROGRAM
10:30-11:30 Theoritical Knowledge of 'Stacking' as a Noise Reduction Technique
11:30-11:40 Break
11:40-12:15 Q&A
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12:15-13:30 Lunch Break
13:30-14:30 Stacking with Sequator (PC) and Starry Landscape Stacker (Mac)
14:30-14:40 Break
14:40-18:00 PostProcessing with Lightroom Classic
WHAT DO YOU NEED?
For PC users, the Sequator program must be installed on your computer. Click here to download it.
After downloading Sequator, simply place the file on your desktop. No installation process is required.​
For Mac users, the Starry Landscape Stacker program must be installed on your computer. Click here to purchase it.
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To participate in this course, Adobe Lightroom Classic must be installed on your computer. If you do not have Adobe Lightroom Classic already installed, you can obtain the 7-day trial version provided by Adobe by clicking here, 1-2 days before the course.​
During the course, we recommend using two screens if possible. It can be a two-screen computer setup or one computer and one tablet. You can follow Stellar Xperiences instructors on one screen while using Lightroom on the other. If this is not possible, you can share a single screen, using half for Zoom and half for Lightroom.
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* No photography equipment is required to participate in this course.
HOW TO REGISTER
1. Read the Terms & Conditions.
2. Fill out the Registration Form.​
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3. Pay the 20% deposit to secure your spot.
Once you register, we will email you the payment details and other important information.