Hello
all:
I have recently joined the
APML at the recommendation of Jim Janusz. My Name is Craig Watson, and
currently live with my wife and three young daughters in Southern
Texas. I am a newcomer to astronomy, having only been truly interested
for the past 2-3 years. I became intrigued with astronomy and
astrophotography after having been to the Texas Star Party this past
year. I was so amazed to meet and talk with people like George Kepple,
Glen Sanner, Al Nagler, Stephen O'meara, and others. I was so
encouraged by the wealth of help and encouragement I got from them and
many other seasoned veterans. I currently only have access to my
Uncle's 10" LX200 (without wedge, I know not the optimal starting
point) but am making plans over the next couple of years to acquire a
televue refractor and a suitable mount.
I would like to thank you
in advance for accepting a greenhorn rookie into the group. I imagine
that I will be mostly quiet, reading and learning in the beginning, but I
would still ask for any insight that you could give to an eager, budding
young astrophotographer.
Should you have any pointer
on where and how to begin they would be incredibly
welcome.
Kindest
Regards,
Craig