Capture Breathtaking Star Trails Photos Now
Take amazing images that will blow others away
You Will Capture Images Like These ๐
(Learn From The Person Who Took Them)
Introducing...
Star Trails Fast Track
Designed to get you capturing incredible star trails photos quickly.
This comprehensive online course is broken down into 7 easy-to-follow modules with 21 bite-sized video lessons, taught by award-winning astrophotographer Joao Yordanov Serralheiro.
This is the exact system used to create award-winning night sky photos with the camera, lens and tripod that you already own.
Whatโs Included:
MODULE 1
Gear Essentials - Saving You Money
Cut through the gear confusion: Discover the essential equipment you need to get started โ no need to break the bank.
2025's Top Gear Recommendations: Hand-picked recommendations for the best value and performance in today's market.
Budget-Friendly Options: Learn how to get incredible results even if you're on a limited budget.
MODULE 2
Location & Timing Mastery โ Saving Your Time
Light Pollution Decoded: Understand how light pollution impacts your night sky photos and how to find dark enough locations, even near cities.
Weather & Moon Phase Secrets: Learn to time the perfect conditions for star trails photography using the best apps and resources.
MODULE 3
Composition Secrets โ Going From Good to Great
The Art of Night Sky Composition: Learn the principles that will make your star trails images truly captivating.
Framing & Foreground Magic: Discover how to use foreground elements to create depth, interest, and storytelling in your compositions.
Signature Composition Techniques: Learn the specific compositional approaches Joao uses in his award-winning photography.
MODULE 4
Focusing - Pinpoint Stars, Quickly
Easy Focusing Methods for Night Photography: Simple, reliable focusing techniques that work every time, even in the dark.
Printable Focusing Cheat Sheet: Keep Joao's essential focusing steps in your camera bag for easy access when you're out in the field.
MODULE 5
Settings Demystified โ Capture the Stars with Confidence
Settings for Any Camera: No matter what DSLR or mirrorless camera you own, you'll get the exact settings you need for stunning star trails.
ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed and More: Understand how these core settings work together in the unique context of night sky photography.
Printable Settings Cheat Sheets: Download ready-to-use settings cheat sheets for Sony, Canon, and Nikon cameras.
MODULE 6
Stacking Made Simple โ Step-By-Step Walk-Through
What Image Stacking is (and Why It's Essential): No prior knowledge needed!
Free Stacking Tools for PC & Mac: Discover the best free software options for seamlessly stacking your star trails images โ no expensive software required.
Step-by-Step Stacking Workflow: Joao walks you through his easy stacking process, ensuring you get amazing results even as a beginner.
MODULE 7
Simple Processing โ Polish Your Star Trails to Perfection
Minimalist Processing Philosophy: Learn Joao's "naturalist" approach to processing, focusing on enhancing your images without overdoing it.
Use Free Processing Tools: Explore both free and paid software options for simple, effective post-processing.
Easy Touch-Up Techniques: Master the essential adjustments to make your star trails images truly shine โ without spending hours.
Meet Your Instructor: Joao Yordanov Serralheiro
Learn from a true star trails master and award winning night sky photographer
Joao's stunning star trails images have earned him multiple prestigious accolades in the world of astrophotography, including:
Shortlisted for Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2025: The biggest astrophotography competition in the world
NASA APOD (Astronomy Picture of the Day) Winner: For his photo Star Trails over One-Mile Radio Telescope (September 2025)
Winner of Astro Image of the Year 2025 by The Guild of Photographers: For his breathtaking image, "Star Gate."
Exhibitions, Shows, Festivals and more: His photos showcased at multiple events, plus many other publications and awards
And now, he's ready to share his proven techniques with you in this course.
There's More...
This is not just a course, this is a system to work with you
๐ฅ Private Community Access
Connect with Joao and fellow students to get questions answered, share your successes, and overcome challenges together.
๐ Pre-Shoot Gear Checklist
Never forget a crucial piece of equipment again
๐งญ Location, Timing & Composition Cheat Sheet
Quick reference for perfect planning
๐ Focusing Cheat Sheet
Nail focus every time, even in complete darkness
๐ท Settings Cheat Sheets
Custom settings for Sony, Canon, Nikon cameras
๐ฅ 2025 Gear Recommendations Live Guide
Save money with our live buying guide
๐ Social Media Showcase
Have your images featured on the Skies & Scopes social media channels
๐ Lifetime Access & Updates
As techniques evolve and new gear emerges, your course materials will be updated accordingly
๐ฑ Dedicated Support
Direct access to our team when you need additional help or guidance
Master the Art of Star Trails Photography Now
Learn the exact system of an award-winning astrophotographer and wow others with your stunning images (even if you're a total beginner)
Get Lifetime Access:
Star Trails Fast Track Course
Private Community Access
Printable Pre-Shoot Gear Checklist
Printable Cheat Sheets:
Focusing
Settings for Sony, Canon, and Nikon Cameras
Location, Timing & Composition
Gear Recommendations Live Guide
Social Media Images Showcase
Lifetime Access & Updates
Dedicated Support
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Questions?
Absolutely! This is a complete beginners course that walks you through step-by-step from zero to having taken your first astrophotography image.
We assume no prior knowledge and explain everything in clear, jargon-free language.
Star trails make the best first step for beginners.
You will learn all you need to understand to get started in astrophotography but you are less impacted by things like:
The time of year
Light pollution
The moon phase
Star trails can be captured at any time of the year, under any moon phase, and you are less required to find dark sky sites.
Therefore you can go through all the steps and end up with an amazing photo and have learned all you need to get started in astrophotography!
You will need a DSLR or mirrorless camera with a lens and a tripod.
If you already own these, what you have will be good enough!
Even the most basic entry-level camera with the kit lens it came with will work perfectly for this course.
If you want to upgrade or don't own this equipment yet, we provide budget-friendly recommendations.
You will have to do your shooting once the sun has gone down, but the beauty of star trails photography is that you can do it from your backyard if you like.
There is no need to go out on your own into the woods at night unless/until you really want to.
This course is designed with minimal post-processing required.
Free and easy ways to touch up your image are covered, but your tutor, Joao, is a self-proclaimed "naturalist" and prefers minimal processing.
You will learn his technique for authentic, natural-looking images.
Just send an email to contact@skiesandscopes.com and we'll get back to you as quick as we can.
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