Light Painting Magic - Complete from start to finish including editing.

I'm delighted to demonstrate to you how I captured and edited this light painted image recently. I love these old farm scenes and with a little light painting magic they really do come alive.
I also used a single tracked sky exposure shot at the same time and location to add to the mix.
Check it out, I'll be keen to read your comments below.
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[@crrc250]

It doesn't matter how many times you show step by step of the construction , set up, and painting, I will never get bored of watching how you do them. And to see them come alive from out of the darkness in the final image. :)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes it's an amazing experience. Thanks so much for watching.

[@laynetravis]

The beauty of photography 😊

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

@@laynetravis Thanks for watching.

[@brianhenno4744]

I've give it a thumbs up already knowing it going to be a good one

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks Brian, always appreciate your support.

[@michaelw6173]

The clouds below the Milky Way make this a great image. It adds a very different perspective, that really draws everything together. It divides the foreground and background but doesn't highlight either.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes I totally agree Michael. This is the advantage of using a single sky image.

[@mariopereira8261]

Hello Richard, I like your light paintings, the way you idealize them and then materialize them, and in the end the final photo is sweet. Thanks Richard

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I always appreciate your comments Mario.

[@colinstalker]

Fantastic to see how you construct an image from start to finish Richard. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Amazing result at the end. All the best😊

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Always appreciate your support Colin.

[@waynenanasi7898]

Another great tutorial, getting more interested every time I look at your work, stunning. Thanks Richard

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind Wayne, thank you.

[@M31glow]

Richard, I love what you said, "it's all about getting an image that tells a story." Geat post

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Really appreciate you watching Walter. Thank you.

[@treeman3663]

Hi Richard another great video 📹 Have a safe trip don't forget those rumballs stay safe

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Haha, yes the rum balls will be packed in the car ..!!!

[@PortugalCarp]

That starless image is ruddy great. In a way it reminds me of images of water falls, rivers and the sea taken with ND filters. Thanks for the upload, again.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Phil. Yes I reckon they do look cool.

[@geoffsharpe6456]

Well done Richard, I am always impressed by your fine art light painting and loved the tracked sky. All together, a visual feast! 😁😁👌

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks Geoff. This one was pretty complex but I'm very pleased with it. Hope your trip is going well.

[@chrisheyward6430]

Outstanding Lightpainting Tutorial Richard Many Thanks Chris

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Chris.

[@robertleeimages]

You'd love the old place i did a couple of weeks ago out here next to the Goornong cemetery, it took 14 light painted images to get it all including 2 long exposure low level lighting shots for the trees behind it. I probably could've left 2 out where i lit the ground in front of it, but overall it turned out really well once combined with the stacked 22x10sec, f/2, iso 3200 sky image

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Good stuff Rob. There are plenty of subjects around to shoot aren't there. Thanks again for watching.

[@lotus30com]

Richard - when you pointed at the shed and said you had something you were excited about the shooting, I initially thought you were pointing at the ladder. And then I thought, if anyone can make a ladder look fabulous in an MW photo, it's you!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Haha, well I do like ladders but there were so many bits of old junk in there . .a literal goldmine Kirk ...!!!!

[@lactech27]

Its so nice how it comes with lightpainting xurectiins..just ice. Thank you for it.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks as always for watching Luis.

[@dmystify1381]

......Absolutely Beautiful.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching my friend.

[@nickholt8104]

Another great video to explain a great image, I need to start taking written notes as my brain goes to mush when I’m out at night sometimes,😂😂

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Haha, it's a favourite saying of mine Nick. We all go crazy when out at night. .especially when the brain fog sets in.

[@PentaxLife]

Beautiful picture Richard and yes you hit the nail on the head with the title of this one magic.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks as always Jeff.

[@julieclark5779]

Hi Richard Enjoyed watching, love how it all came together, hope you get good weather for your road trip🙂

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps Julie. I'm looking forward to it.

[@PhillipMcCallum]

Fantastic image, Richard, thank you. It's a great video one of your best. Enjoy your road trip

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps Phillip, really appreciated.

[@allanwilliams2361]

Great image Richard, it was just like being there.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes it's an amazing scene . .as you well know ..!!

[@Robert-R]

Another wonderful image, Richard. I never get tired of watching your editing processes either since I always pick up something new. Thanks for sharing!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your kind words Robert.

[@PhillTicehurst]

brilliant video and ive seen you do that so many times and never get bored .

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your great support Phill

[@krism20]

Your job is super inspiring. Thank you for sharing your great knowledge. As a chess fan I have to say that there was nice chess pieces set. It should be good for nightscapes too :) all the best for U

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Haha, yes a lovely chess set up in the garden at the farm.

[@simonharding5696]

What a great video!! I can watch these time and time again, as the transformation from ordinary to extraordinary is what always amazes me. It's always good to go over the lightpainting and editing techniques again, as I always seem to pick up something new, and have new ideas as a result. Many thanks for this Richard. Your methods and guidance recently won me a top position in a local camera clubs contest....so many thanks for that!! Really looking forward to the road trip outputs!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Your comments are always very much appreciated Simon. Thank you my friend.

[@ericwilkes1840]

Love this technique, awesome results as always. Thanks for the video and enjoy your road trip.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I appreciate you watching as always Eric. Thanks heaps.

[@peternilmot9144]

Your start to finish videos are always my favorites Richard. This video certainly didn't disappoint! When you have a light painted foreground the image always comes to life. Just fabulous work, start to finish. 👍👍👍😊

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for your kind comments Peter.

[@duncanmeechan5694]

Richard you perform a little bit of magic in the making of your nightscape images, the transformation from dark to light and the showing of all the details is really fantastic. I will never tire of watching you perform your magic, I love it ! Thank you again for bring these videos to us 😁👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

As always I very much appreciate you tuning in Duncan, thank you.

[@samuelmatossantiago5108]

Me encanta tus vídeos..!! Muchas gracias por tu gran trabajo y compartirlo.. Un saludo desde las islas Canarias.. 👌

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you so much for watching Samuel, I really appreciate it.

[@berniestang2616]

Omg 😳 so much work ., but beautiful !!!!!!!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks again Bernie

[@pearcem66]

Fantastic video Richard. I love these start to finish ones. Beautiful end result. Thanks for sharing as always.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're welcome Mark. Thanks for watching.

[@ViratShah]

Another exceelent video and love using the fineart lightpainting method.. ALways use your style Richard and enjoy the Road trip. Hope one year to WA!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks again Virat. Always appreciated mate.

[@dieterdamm3740]

Absolutely fantastic Richard. I love it

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Dieter.

[@snowmkr1]

Richard, as usual, another stunning image. I truly appreciate all of the time and effort you put into making these videos to give us a glimpse of your creative process. Keep up the amazing work.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm really pleased you liked it, thanks so much for your comments.

[@davidmaltby2065]

Richard, another epic video. Great information which I really appreciate as I learn the art that you are so great at

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Very kind of you David, thank you.

Thank you, I just stubled to your chanel and so far I love your videos. Amazing work, I love the way you show and talk about your passion, it's contagious :)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for your support, it's really appreciated.

[@akkarparkiamopas3401]

always love indepth tutorial of yours. Easy to follow and understand. Thanks

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Always glad to hear they are helpful, thank you.

[@akkarparkiamopas3401]

@@nightscapeimages.richard One of the best Nightscape youtubers in term of tutorial video in my opinion.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

@@akkarparkiamopas3401 Thanks again.

[@gn1282]

Your images are just magical, Richard! I love how it came out here. You are the best nightscape photographer out there. Thanks for sharing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind my friend, thanks for watching.

[@tioG1970]

Amazing final image and very detailed explanation. Very much love it. I'll teste it this weekend probably. Thanks a lot for sharing! Best regards from Brazil

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome my friend. Thanks for watching.

[@randyschwager2515]

Amazing stuff! Thanks for taking me along!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're welcome Randy. Thanks for checking it out.

[@davidcassford6361]

Well done Richard, love your work.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Many thanks indeed David.

[@stemac67]

Another great video Richard. What a stunning final image mate, an absolute cracker. Well done 👏🏻 Hope you enjoy your road trip 👍🏻

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot for watching Steve. I'll do my best.

[@leonaz0706]

..absolutely love yr work Richard.. ..hello from Austria..😎

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much my friend.

[@thebeardedgeordiephotography]

Cracking work Rich, simply lovely!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Good on you mate, many thanks.

[@orvozon2914]

Super video. Merci Richard

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you so much.

[@jsbphoto]

Beautiful work, Richard! I really enjoyed seeing your workflow and final results! Thank you for all your hard work preparing these videos for us!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're welcome Jim, appreciate you watching.

[@garrypeterson4250]

I thoroghly enjoyed the video, and the image turn out fantastic.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Garry

[@calvinphipps3121]

I feel the same, love seeing how you plan and put your shots together! Thanks again for showing us what is possible and the inspiration to get out and try! As always great image. Thanks Richard for sharing, can’t wait to see what’s next! 28:43

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I really do appreciate your insights Calvin, thank you.

[@michaelpauliks1710]

Thank you very much for this fantastic intro. Great image you make there! :)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you so much for watching Michael

[@michaelpauliks1710]

Thank you so much for this video :) Merry Christmas :) @@nightscapeimages.richard

[@rolsonn]

Great tutorial, Richard! Thank you!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps for watching Richard

[@MrCrazyPk3r]

i was just thinking about starting my light painting journey! thank you so mcuh for this video i can't wat to watch.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm glad it was helpful Josh. I have a lot of other light painting videos as well.

[@paultutton9443]

I love this style of video Richard, though you might think you've got them well covered by now! Including new features into your workflow, such as Star Xterminator, keeps them current and your final image has all of the Tatti hallmarks we've come to expect 👏.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for your ongoing support Paul, I really appreciate it.

[@gavinheppenstall766]

Another great video, Richard. Very nicely done, clear skies. 🖖

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks as always for watching Gavin.

[@TonKuipers134]

Thx Richard, again a very nice tutorial 👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm pleased you found it helpful my friend.

[@StarScaperPhoto]

Great in depth tutorial, thanks Richard!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome my friend.

[@cleverelf]

These videos are priceless. Thank you.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@user-qw7rx9jt5e]

Absolutely amazing as always! I really enjoy your content and find your methods to be very practical and helpful. Cheers for sharing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm pleased you found it helpful Tristan. Thanks heaps for watching.

[@raphaelcoelho1557]

Amazing Richard. Just a suggestion. Instead of copying the mask hiding the sky to all layers, you could just include all of them in a group and apply that mask to the group once and all skies would be invisible. Then you need a mask only at the frames with the string light on you hand to be hidden by other masks.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes I can see that would work. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@chunkyleejones3831]

Amazing, thanks for sharing...

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching my friend.

[@tehpepper78]

Great image Richard. I have been following you for a few years now and have learnt a lot from you. I hope I can give a little back. I have recently started putting the mask for removing the stars from the foreground images on the group that contains all the foreground images. At the expense of one extra mask I don't have to copy the mask to each of the foreground images. If I happen to miss some sections of the sky, like in the branches of trees, it's only a change to one mask to fix it. I have also recently discovered shift clicking layer masks toggles enabling them :)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes that's a great option Owen. I appreciate your support my friend.

[@JoelBramley]

Very inspirational Richard, makes me want to get out and try myself! :)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for checking it out Joel.

[@schatzie4065]

Absolutely stunning Richard. I never tire of your videos, they are so informative, and the best thing is you can always go back and rewatch. I love this image.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps Maz. I always very much appreciate your support.

[@bradtuckerman388]

Brilliant work mate love it

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps Brad.

[@kerrykroberts7809]

Richard, love your start to finish videos and learn something every time I watch your masterpieces! Thank so much!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind indeed Kerry. Thank you.

[@boycefitzgerald]

Always a treat to watch the picture take form.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@andrewdoyle19]

An amazing image Richard, one of your best :)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm pleased you liked it Andrew.

[@RafaelCBeltrame]

Wonderful, Richard!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Rafael

[@Javier-zm7vl]

What a beauty of photography Richard, thank you so much for sharing your art and making the difficult seem so easy.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I very much appreciate you watching Javier.

[@mccloud]

no words to thank all the things you show to us and all the thinks learning week after week... waiting the next video!!! nice to see you again!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks very much for watching.

[@tonyw3250]

Great video and great image

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks Tony, I'm pleased you like it.

[@Jwitherow1964]

So talented

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind

[@miloradkaravidin8818]

Thank you Mr Richard for sharing wonderful videos.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks as always Milorad.

[@bradleychewning9094]

Another wonderful video! I'm learning so much from watching what you do and appreciate the generosity you show in freely sharing your knowledge with others. Thank you!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome Bradley. Thanks for tuning in.

[@philingram4810]

It’s like I heard before the settings of the camera are a very small part in creating a shot,it’s the stuff you don’t see the photographer do that truly makes a awesome shot

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I appreciate you watching my friend.

[@marianjonca2160]

As allways 👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Marian.

[@dhg1960]

Terrific video Richard. I will have to get StarXterminator, it looks very good. I loved the final pic but for my taste, I would have darkened the barn an the fence so that the jig and sky were more prominent. I look forward to seeing your roadtrip videos.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

That's the good thing about it David . .we all see a different outcome. Thanks for watching.

[@scottvisscher]

Love watching your process! Thanks for showing us the behind the scenes!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome Scott. I appreciate you watching.

[@Nethanel773]

Dazzling and sublime! Thank you for putting this up.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome my friend.

[@IzzyAbuleelaPhotography]

A magical tour de force of a video once again Richard. Fantastic to see and hear how you out together an image like this, and what a stunner it was. Thanks for taking us through the entire process... Have a great week buddy 🙏🙏🙏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks as always for tuning in Izzy, really appreciate it mate.

[@goanheat]

What a lovely image Richard, thanks for sharing the whole process.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're welcome Sarvesh. Thanks for watching.

[@Xrainox]

👏👏👏❤️🤩 grazie!!🙏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for looking Rino

[@sheji100]

I really enjoyed watching you at the field and in the post equally. You’re doing great Richard, wonderful result as usual. Too good to watch the whole video. Keep inspiring us.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Sharjeel.

[@carolelabrecque2799]

Very beautiful 😻! It’s always a pleasure to see the image show up slowly to get to the final result. No matter how many times you explain it, I luv your way of doing so! You’re the BEST, as I often say ❤! Have a good road trip and looking forward to seeing the beautiful gems you’ll brink back to us.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your great ongoing support Carole, it means a lot my friend.

[@carolelabrecque2799]

@@nightscapeimages.richard ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@dennisblack4444]

Another awesome video Richard, I always learn something from your tutorials. The image is beautiful, love the light painting 👌

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks as always for your comments Dennis.

[@edselharrison]

Amazing!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks again for watching Ed.

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Great job as always Richard and wonderful results. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience mate, cheers 🍻 👍🙏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Good on you Adrian, really appreciate it mate.

[@waynegarmonphotography]

Another great video!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Really appreciate you watching Wayne.

[@waynegarmonphotography]

@@nightscapeimages.richard Did you use a gel on the torch?

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

@@waynegarmonphotography Yes I always use a 1/2 cto gel for my light painting.

[@graemecusick4445]

Excellent video Richard. Composing the scene before it gets dark makes a whole lot of sense if you can. Your attention to details pays off and your results are always amazing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks as always for watching Graeme.

[@charliebrown2679]

Thank you so much Richard for all your fantastic easy to understanding & entertaining videos. They have helped me to comprehend Nightscapes photography a lot better and I am cramming in the study and practice before we head out to Wondoan in a few weeks to attend an awesome Astro workshop. Do you do this kind of thing also? Thanks again, cheers. Louise

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for your kind words Louise, I'm pleased you find the videos helpful. Yes I do run nightscape workshops here in Australia. See here: www.nightscapeimages.com.au/workshops.html

[@charliebrown2679]

@@nightscapeimages.richard thank you so much Richard for your reply. I will take a look at your link. Hope one day to be able to join. Until then, thank you again for all your informative videos.🙏🙏🙏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

@@charliebrown2679 You're very welcome.

[@gregr5303]

It is so satisfying watching these types of images come together Richard 👌. I know you use a cto gel on your torch when light painting. Do you leave the camera white balance the same as for your astro image or have it set differently? You don't seem to do any white balance adjustment in post.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Greg. I do often do minor tweaks with the white balance but the 1/2 cto on the torch helps get it very close in camera. Sometimes I'll change the settings for the sky image . .especially when I shoot with the h-alpha mod camera.

[@danpalmer6227]

👍

[@derekrowanphotograpics]

Fantastic Richard 🤩 In regards the final image like what to feature the most in a given Milky Way nightscape image comparison to the foreground vs subject vs milky-way background ? Would the subject take priority over the Milky in likes of portraiture or a strong Milky Way be prominent over the subject or neutrally balanced between ? Reason why, depending upon how the photographer likes to present the image, some prefer to always use a stronger Milky Way for effect others prefer the otherwise. What would be your thoughts & why?

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

That's a really good question Derek, and one I give my views on in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIinpnuogbiUg6M In short, I nearly always prioritize the foreground.

[@juliem8116]

I love this one Richard - I get a lot of inspiration and knowledge out of your processes and like to think I can apply similar processes when I get the chance. It’s very much a case of practice, practice, practice to learn exactly how much torchlight to apply. It was interesting to note how you do all your light painting by moving methodically around the scene and checking your images at the end, rather than checking each image as you move. I have a question for you - when you light paint such a large area of the scene, do you change where the camera is focussed? I’m guessing you focussed mostly on the buggy, but did you change focus for the bag trolleys or other items in the shed? Thanks again for the wonderful instruction, it’s a pleasure to watch and a beautiful final image.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your comments Julie. Regarding focus . .the answer is no . .I initially set the focus to infinity and leave it there for all of the foreground shots. The reason is that I stop down the aperture for those images and this gives a deeper depth of field, so in essence much more is in the focus plane. The only time I'd change the focus is if something was very close . .as in, about 1-2 mtrs in front of the camera.

[@juliem8116]

@@nightscapeimages.richard Thanks Richard, that makes sense. Have a safe and wonderful road trip. Look forward to seeing your images.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

@@juliem8116 Thanks again Julie

[@carlreid4161]

Another excellent video Richard, your enthusiasm for this genre of photography is inspiring particularly your fine art lighting method, but a quick question re that, do you keep the torch on and moving for the duration of each exposure? Thanks again for sharing your passion and knowledge, the final result is magnificent.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps Carl. No I usually don't light for the whole duration . .but it depends on a lot of factors. How bright the light is, how far I am away from the subject and things like the color of subject etc.

[@carlreid4161]

@@nightscapeimages.richard cheers Richard I’ll bear that in mind as I’ve had mixed results need to keep improving that skill 👍

[@StephenDyer53]

When you are erasing the sky just click at the start of a straight line erase with the brush and then hold the shift key and click on the other end and you have erased a perfect straight line. Quicker to do than explain.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes that's a great tip Stephen. Thanks for watching.

[@andreaboyle9435]

YAY! Another road trip! I always look forward to those! I have two questions about this episode before you go. First, I noticed when you were in the sky replacement frame, it was set to Multiply. Is that correct? And second, was the camera used for the foreground shots the same astro-modified camera? If so, I assume there isn't a white balance issue that needs to be corrected before the export to PS.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Andrea. Great questions. Yes the default setting is multiply in the Sky Replacement frame. You can use normal as well . .but the multiply is smoother. I did use 2 different cameras for the sky and foreground, but only because I didn't want to move the original camera from it's tripod position. I had to wait a while for the clouds to clear and I needed a sky frame from that position. Hope that makes sense. White balance is different between the 2 cameras but I've had good success with the astro modded one on foregrounds as well.

[@andreaboyle9435]

@@nightscapeimages.richard Thanks so much Richard! I appreciate your lengthy reply and clarification.

[@michaellillis3086]

Another great video presentation Richard. I have a question in relation to the taking of the tracked sky images. When you step away from your foreground subjects to gain a clearer/cleaner unobstructed view of the sky/milkyway core do you only photograph the sky region eg :- Horizon upwards with no distant foreground items along the horizon) or do you include these distant items and hide them when positioning your replacement sky. Thanks for all your efforts Richard. Cheers mate.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Michael. As you would have sen from the image taken here. There is a little bit of the foreground tree line left in the image . .but mostly it's the sky.

[@apfotografie8879]

What an amazing and inspiring video, I wished we had this dark sky in germany, too :) sorry for this beginner-question, but how you reach a completely sharp foto from foreground up to the end of the shed? Do you calculate these scenes before (hyperfocallength) or is 5.6 a good number that will work most of the times? Thank you very much in advance. I hope to see much more videos of the australian night sky!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your wonderful comments Anka. They key to getting sharp images front to back is the blending of the different f stops. So the foreground is shot at f5.6 which increases the depth of field. Along with this is the lower iso for the foreground images which also increase dynamic range and sharpness.

[@Samwell01]

I'd suggest to always face your torch away from your camera lenses to reduce the light trails in you images, unless of course you are intentionally doing light writing/drawing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes I would certainly suggest that also when doing single images. In this case I'm blending multiple images which gives me the ability to get right into the scene. I'll rub them out later in the editing process. Also, the video doesn't accurately demonstrate the angles I'm using to light as this is for the video camera only.

[@gabrielgomez7099]

Another incredible video, very useful for us the beginners. Just a simple question, how do you swift to full screen mode in LR? Greetings from cloudy Spain, no nightscapes for more than a month.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks again for watching my friend. If you press the F key it will go full screen.

[@kellynlorimorris2389]

Great video! I have been referring to it a number of times lately, after a recent shoot. One thing I don't recall you mentioning in the video, is when you do your lens correction. Do you use this function in your editing? If so, at what point? I am using a Rokinon 14mm f2.8 lens, and the distortion is quite noticeable. I am going to assume that you do lens correction before you send all the photos to Photoshop.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Kelly. Yes I always do lens corrections as a first step in the editing. That 14mm lens will have a lot more distortion than the 20mm lens I used here though. For a scene like this with the cart in it . .you'll notice it's roughly in the middle of the frame . .that helps minimise the distortion on the round wheels. If you put those large round wheels near the edge of the frame at 14mm you'll end up with egg shape wheels.