Spend a night capturing mesmerising star trails for you to create a star trail and a star trail time-lapse! This Masterclass teaching you how to set up your camera, plan your photoshoot, how star trails work, stacking your photographs and editing from start to finish.
2025 MILKY WAY MASTERCLASS
NSW EAST COAST
Join a night capturing the wonders of the night sky.
MEET DAVID
Sharing my love for photographing the night sky is my passion. Since 2014, I've taught over 5000 beginners and enthusiasts the skills needed to capture stunning images under the the Milky Way.
David Magro is a multi-award winning Australian industry leading Milky Way Landscape photographer with over 12 years experience capturing the night sky.
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WHAT YOU LEARN
The Masterclass is set in a classroom setting before enjoying the night photographing the stars. You will leave with beautiful photographs.
You will photograph galaxies, colourful airglow, meteors, planets and our Milky Way.
WE WILL COVER
Photographing the Milky Way including...
How to use your camera in manual mode
Expose for the Milky Way sky and foreground landscape
Produce noise-free (no-grain) photographs
Capture high dynamic range Milky Way landscapes
Compose your photographs in the dark
Achieve sharp focus at night
Photograph stunning panoramas
Plan your future Milky Way Landscapes
BONUS!
JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY
The David Magro Masterclass Facebook group continues to learn from me after our workshop. Join a community of like-minded astro-photographers to exchange ideas, share tips and improve your skills.
2025 Masterclass Tour Dates
NSW EAST COAST
To book your spot, scroll down past the locations/dates and complete the booking form below. If you require a booking invoice instead, please email David at workshops@davidmagro.com.
The Masterclass Handout with all the details including our class venue and beautiful nearby dark sky location will be delivered to your email after booking. The Milky Way Masterclass runs for 4~ hours for you to be home at a comfortable hour. Click the city name to download the Masterclass Handout.
HEAR WHAT OTHERS SAY
David’s enthusiasm and passion for astro photography is awesome.
Great course, caters for beginners as well as the more advanced photographer
Thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge.
— Alison Robinson
Let's capture the night sky!
Price and Inclusions
$297
Masterclass workshop
Tutorials and guides
Professional guidance
Facebook support community
HOW TO JOIN THE MILKY WAY MASTERCLASS
Book Your Spot Below
Bookings can be made through Stripe, PayPal or via card by checking out as a guest using the booking form above. Alternatively, David can send a booking invoice with bank transfer details to secure your spot. Please email David at workshops@davidmagro.com to arrange this.
WHAT YOU NEED
Almost any camera post-2008 can photograph the Milky Way! Ask me if your camera can. Borrow one of my cameras for the night if you want to get started!
DSLR, Mirrorless or Bridge camera (post-2008)
Lenses (10mm, 14mm, 18mm, 20mm or 24mm)
Tripod
Warm clothes
MASTERCLASS RESULTS
Below is a small selection of photographs from the Masterclass.
Masterclass participants continue to amaze me afterwards sharing their photos in the David Magro Masterclass Facebook Group
FAQ
Answers to commonly asked questions
Why can you only photograph the Milky Way on specific dates?
Good question! The Earth, Sun and Moon need to align for the best conditions to photograph the night sky. The Earth's position orbiting the sun needs to be aligned with the Milky Way stars. and we call this "The Milky Way Season" This occurs 70~ nights per year at a comfortable hour. It is a small window each year to capture the magnificent night sky.
I do not have a camera, can I join?
Yes of course! I have spare cameras and lens if you to capture beautiful photographs on the Masterclass.
How do we book?
Bookings can be made by filling in the form above. There are limited spots available on the night so be sure to book as soon as possible.
Can my partner join me?
If you would like your partner to join you, you will need to book two spots. I have cameras for you to borrow if you do not have two cameras or you are welcome to share a camera on the night.
Can we know more about the unique stars, nebulas and objects in my photograph?
Yes of course, on our night under the stars feel free to ask any questions you have about astronomy!
Do you have an age limit?
Many teenagers have joined a Masterclass and I teach from a beginners level. On the workshop I guide each person through the whole process.
What happens if it is overcast?
The shooting location may change if weather conditions at our planned locations are not favourable. With 13 years experience, I have a vast knowledge of locations in the area if we require to move our shooting location to chase the stars. This is at the discretion of the tour leader, David Magro. Clear skies can be found within the area generally within 30 mins.
The Masterclass will always continue as planned. Each date is carefully planned to align the Earth, Moon, Milky Way core, and foreground subject, with a high probability of clear skies forecasted based on historical weather data.
On the night, if needed, we’ll move our shooting location to a nearby clearer site, as clear skies can generally be found within the area. Weather forecasts are not predictable far in advance, and by booking, you agree to the weather policy below—no refunds or cancellations, as you’ll still learn valuable techniques.
You will continue to learn important techniques and aspect of night photography in the Masterclass and leave with beautiful images.
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Scattered clouds add drama to a photograph, we will capture mother nature using the elements the night brings.
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If heavy clouds are present, light painting and steel wool photography will be our primary focus on the night.
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If rain occurs, the Masterclass will continue indoors continuing to learn the important techniques and aspects of astrophotography. The main goal of the Masterclass is to teach technique and skills which can be achieved indoors.
By booking your Masterclass spot you are agreeing the Masterclass weather policy.
What happens if I need to cancel?
You can cancel your Masterclass booking anytime and you will accept the refund penalties based on the schedule below. Requests will be accepted by email and calculated on the date it is received. Below is the cancellation policy that you agree to upon booking a Milky Way Masterclass.
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More than 45 days you will be refunded in full minus a 10% booking fee.
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Between 14 - 45 days you will be refunded 50% of your booking fee.
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Less than 14 days no refunds will be issued.
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In the unfortunate event you test positive to Covid-19, no refunds will be issued and you will be provided the online resources including the Masterclass Suite.