Milky Way Timelapse - How I shot it

Today I'd like to run through the setup for a number of timelapse sequences I shot recently out on a farm property. It was a wonderful night with the added bonus of an Aurora Australia showing up unexpectedly.
Unfortunately the clouds also showed up with the aurora but it was still a wonderful display.
As an extra bonus I've included a number of other timelapses I've shot at this location in the past . .I hope you enjoy.
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[@orendakog6784]

You're a gift to the world Richard. Totally beautiful is all i can say... words do not give these sequences justice. Thank you.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind my friend. Thank you.

[@arniet1]

You've got those timelapses nailed Richard. The bokeh ones are magical

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Arnie. Yes I must admit I really like the bokeh one's as well.

[@tmeeten3195]

Wow - just magic. I have learnt how to do Milky Way photos and star trails so a time lapse is next on my night sky bucket list. Just got to figure it all out!! Fantastic video as always. Thank you

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I very much appreciate you watching.

[@josealeman8082]

You are Gifted! Thanks for all the work that inspire us.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You are very kind indeed Jose.

[@abroomby]

Another inspirational video, outstanding time-lapses that bring back so many memories, thanks again for sharing. As always look forward to the your next video.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Alan. Yes you're so right about the memories.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

One of your best videos yet, Richard. Bravo, mate! Bravo!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Very kind of you my friend, thanks for your comments as always.

[@lesliescott5378]

Absolutely brilliant Richard.
I love the Timelapse’s and if I can do half as well I’d be happy.
Thanks again for the fantastic content. Much appreciated.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome Leslie, appreciate you watching.

[@michellediggins1175]

Hi Richard Such a great video . Haven’t attempted a Timelapse for a while . It’s on the list of to do things this milkway season .
Your work always inspires me . Thanks you 😄

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I really appreciate that Michelle. You also inspire me.

[@michellediggins1175]

@@nightscapeimages.richard Means a lot Thanks Richard

[@orvozon2914]

Hello Richard. The red flower is bignonia. Beautiful timelaps. Thank you for these beautiful images.
Christine from France

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Christine, much appreciated.

[@johnd5244]

Thank you for sharing with us these spectacular Timelapse’s. Always look forward to seeing your videos my friend! Thank you🙏🏻

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Very kind of you John, thanks so much.

[@davelong6727]

Thank you Richard for another great video, remenber the farm and fence well!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes it's quite a memorable place isn't it David.

[@scaixeta]

you inspired me to make pictures. I bought all the equipment I'll show you soon. thank you teacher

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Good on you Sergio, thanks for watching.

[@Wendy-cf5tv]

Beautiful - so beautiful, Richard! Thanks for sharing! I’d love to capture just one stunning Timelapse!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for your kind words Wendy.

[@robertcorlet512]

Thank you. So peaceful and relaxing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're welcome Robert, thanks for watching.

[@carstenblanck7934]

Fantastic, great timelapses in so many variations! Wonderful!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you so much for watching Carsten.

[@louiscarrieri379]

What a fantastic timelapes sequence. Love seeing your your work.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Louis

[@raphaelcoelho1557]

watching in loop.....

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Haha, thanks so much Raphael

[@blueyfi]

Absolutely stunning and amazing time lapses Richard. I love watching your work. Just brilliant 👏
Cheers
Bluey

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind Dale. Thank you.

[@photolew]

So happy to see its not just here that clouds are a pain to deal with....

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes it happens everywhere Llew.

[@photolew]

@@nightscapeimages.richard so bummed you got clouds just as the Aurora got going….love the channel

[@geoffsharpe6456]

Great collection of time lapse sequences Richard. I particularly liked the one where you had galactic reflections in the dam/creek/water. Pity about the cloud cover in the aurora sequence! 😁👌👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks Geoff. Yes the cloud rolled in just at the wrong time. . however .. we still got something.

[@mannythehunter]

Man jealous! Fighting snow storms here with cloudy weather.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes we don't even get snow here where I live ever ..!! Hope it clears soon.

[@paultrunfull3324]

Thanks so much for these Richard they are Awesome, you put so much effort into these amazing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your great support Paul.

[@Hedgehogpeter1]

Thank You Richard, uncompromising great work .Breathtaking shots and music also. Keep going .

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Peter, appreciate your comments.

[@HibaMediaGroup]

Great as always 👌.
You've inspired me a lot during all these years!!
I salute you from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching my friend

[@jameshermann1143]

Thanks, Richard. Just thanks! Hoping to get to some dark skies this weekend. Can’t wait.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I appreciate you watching James. Thank you.

[@chrisheyward6430]

Truly amazing. You bring the night beauty to our homes

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I do my best Chris. Thanks again for watching.

[@user-pw4iw8gb5v]

Ричард , супер 👏!!! Beautiful 🤩, nice 👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching my friend.

[@djAlexF71]

Still the number one, Amazing video

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind Alex

[@westenbergerstephan5955]

Stunning timelaps, great location and foreground, awesome red sky, perfect music. All in all...wonderful!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it my friend, thank you.

[@robertYTB78g]

My answer: Yes, I did indeed enjoy them :) I love considering the truth - the world is turning - rather than the sky is moving. What a tiny rock we are on. Thanks for posting.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Robert, really appreciated.

[@chetandoshi7053]

You are such an inspiration RT, stunning

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Thank you my friend.

[@IzzyAbuleelaPhotography]

MNothing to say except WOW Richard, fabulous work as ever 👌 Have a great weekend 🙏🙏🙏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks Izzy, you're a legend mate.

[@klassenrick87]

Good day Richard, thanks for sharing your mad skills!
Cheers from the okanagan valley 🇨🇦 🍁

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your support Rick

[@jayrichardson9619]

Absolutely amazing. I could watch these for hours! Thank you for your passion and inspiration. So glad I found this channel! ✨🙏🏼

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome Jay. I appreciate your support.

[@lactech27]

The best of the best timelapse festival video..Just love it.. Still want to see someday how to work day/ night timelapse translation or night to day.. My always respect to your work amd knowledge . Congratulations!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks Luis. Have you seen this video .?? czcams.com/video/vgIUBKWjWI8/video.html

[@laurelb8372]

Loved these Richard, especially the ones with Aurora

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes the aurora images are spectacular Laurel .. .and we have a lot more to look forward to this year.

[@bienenhonig2105]

Wow Richard,
especially the 2nd vid with the popping aurora behind the clouds was sooo stunning.
So much word in these timelapses and possibly terrabytes of hard drive space.
and make me jeaous once again 😛 southern milky way beats the bit we can see here by miles.
I guess one day i have to attend one of your courses 😉
Greetings from the northern hemisphere

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes it was a sensational night for sure . .thanks as always for watching my friend.

[@lotus30com]

Beautiful complilation! Thanks for all the work you do! You're such an inspiration!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind Kirk, thank you.

[@PentaxLife]

Thanks Richard great time lapses man that sky sure lit up in the red Aurora.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes it was quite amazing Jeff.

[@sheji100]

Awesome compositions Richard, what a lovely piece of art this video is. Loved it, especially the milkyway reflection in the still waters of the dam, amazing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much my friend.

[@raffaeleperulli845]

Richard you never cease to amaze me, your every video is just amazing, I want to congratulate you because you are a true professional, I always follow you. a warm hug from Italy.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Your kind words are very much appreciated Raffaele

[@astronomylover]

Great video. Beautiful Timelapse’s. I can’t wait for Milky Way Season when the temperatures get warmer to try to photograph the Milky Way and make Timelapse’s. I’ve wanted to go to a dark sky not to far where I live to photograph the Winter Milky Way but Its been cold, cloudy, and snowing for me.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching. I hope the weather clears for you soon.

[@Tony-gm3im]

The most brilliant and inspirational timelapse sequences Richard. Thank you. Excellent choice of moving soundtracks too.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Very kind of you Tony, thank you.

[@rolsonn]

Great Timelapse! Enjoyed briefly seeing the aurora and Milky Way. I missed the Northern Lights the same night. We saw rain and clouds here in Massachusetts area in US.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Richard. Yes the clouds were certainly a problem for us both.

[@dennisblack4444]

Amazing timelapse sequences, Richard thank you

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Dennis

[@carlreid4161]

Looks like you ran out of luck with the clouds Richard, great montage so many, my favourite would be the hay bale lifter! 👏👏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes I liked that one as well Carl, thanks for watching as always.

[@StarScaperPhoto]

Always looking forward to new content from down under. This really inspires me to spend some more time on timelapses. And honoustly, you are the lighting king. If I ever have the chance to visit Australia I really want to up those skills by following a workshop from you 😉.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind my friend. I'm loving your content as well.

[@ericwilkes1840]

Another wonderful and informative video, as always. Thanks Richard

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for tuning in Eric

[@sookephotographyadventures]

Fantastic Timelapses, Richard! Always inspired by your videos in the field. I look forward to trying a night scape Timelapse soon. I’d love to make the long trip down your way sometime in the next couple years, from up on Vancouver Island, Canada.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I really appreciate your support my friend.

[@dhg1960]

Hi Richard, I did watch this when you posted but hae only just got aaround to commenting. As usual, spectacular shots. I must admit, the first one ( raking device ) was a little too light for my taste ). The one of the windmill at the lake was beautiful. I am starting to get to know Australia, I recognised most of these locations. That farm is a godsend! Have a great easter and keep up the good work.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes I agree about the hay rake, I had the light a little too close. Thanks as always for watching my friend.

[@lonceyswildcairns333]

Bloody awesome as mate cheers so much from Cairns where's there's too much rain lol ❤... Thanks so much for teaching us for free and I really love the big epic just one subject like the car one's ❤😊🥰

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot mate, appreciate your comments.

[@bfgmetalworks]

Just amazing !!! You're timelaspes are just stunning ! Keep 'em coming !!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'll do my very best to do that, thanks for watching.

[@QuicknStraight]

Those time lapses are simply stunning.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm glad you liked them my friend.

[@kcnicely]

Great video and timelapses. You have inspired me to do more timelapses.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Your timelapses are amazing Ken .. !! Thanks for watching.

[@DarrellMphotography]

Brilliant stuff love the wide angle time lapse. Very talented 👍 well done to you

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I appreciate you watching Darrell.

[@paultutton9443]

Stunning reds @ 14:14 Richard! It's nice to have a few clouds rolling through, but just typical you got more than you bargained for on this occasion 😤.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes it is typical isn't it Paul. Never mind, I'm sure there will be plenty more auroras this year.

[@PhillipMcCallum]

Very enjoyable tim3lapse combo. Thanks

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're welcome Phil, thanks for watching.

[@oaritaphotography6281]

How beautiful just phenomenal

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Really appreciated.

[@Javier-zm7vl]

My friend admires him for his work. My Congratulations for the beautiful time lapses. all his videos are a documentary of night photography🤩🤩🤩👏👏👏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Javier

[@TheOnlyGuess]

This really epic and extraordinary.
Great work. I love it
Thank you for the inspiration

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I appreciate you watching, thank you.

[@roberthennessey5702]

Fantastic Richard as always. You were like a orchestra conductor with all your setups tonight, and oh what great music you played! The montage was of the time lapses were fantastic, thanks again Richard your the best👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Very kind of you to say Robert, thanks so much.

[@robb7342]

Another awesome and inspirational video Richard. Much like you, I never get tired of reshooting similar locations as its different each time out.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for checking it out Rob

[@evgeni2306]

Gorgeous, magical...

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm really pleased you liked it my friend.

[@jessicaeiss2541]

Oh my word, I have so much to learn, but now I know I want to! What a wonderful compilation at the end, they were all fantastic! Thanks so much, and great music to go with them. I also wonder what some of those stationary objects would have looked like with star trails instead? I think I need to start looking into trackers.... oh boy !

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks again Jessica. There are many ways to shoot these wonderful foreground subjects .. .literally the sky is the limit ...!!!

[@87Aljack]

All I can compare this to is watching a great musician (Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Neil Young, ….) and thinking, wouldn’t it be great to be able to perform at that level! Making a lot of folks very happy. Thanks for sharing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind indeed Alan. I think it just comes down to hard work and commitment ..!!!

[@georgebokovos]

Amazing timelapse sequences, thank you so much Richard for inspiring us with your wonderful videos and clear skies!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching George

[@andysuzierawlins5462]

Great video, fantastic timelapses, you've given me an idea I might try this year. I often go back to old haunts to get mw, nothing wrong in that at all, hope your voice recovers

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm starting to recover now Suzie. Thanks as always for watching.

[@the_film_foto]

I love it when clouds are in the sky for timelapses! It gives the video a motion...
Very good job! It was interesting to watch

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I appreciate you watching Alexey

[@arbez101]

Thanks for the informative, beautiful, and entertaining video Richard. Freeze frame at 12:28 to see the bat that flew within 2 feet of you to catch bugs in your headlamp light.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Wow, I didn't even see that when out there Rick.

[@wayne8113]

Thanks Richard, loved it 👌 👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Many thanks Wayne

[@Yipmanhands]

Top drawer timelapses Richard, cool as !

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks my friend

[@Anonymous-gl8in]

That’s super awesome…. I get motivated to do night sky time lapses after seeing these videos

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks I really appreciate that.

[@alandyer910]

Beautifully done! Thank you!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for having a look Alan, always appreciated.

[@ViratShah]

Richard, just wow.. that’s some amazing collection of Timelapses and loved this video. It was worth the 3 weeks wait.. Thank you again for inspiring and helping us with some excellent knowledge sharing …

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching again Virat, always appreciated.

[@3172bees]

Awesome !

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@Xrainox]

You are the poet of the stars…🤩🤩🤩 your compositions are magnificent. the Slider Zeapon 1000 is perfect for these timelapses. you are a great Richard!!

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Thanks heaps for watching Rino

[@KasiaCoe]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for taking a look Kasia.

[@thomasenzmann8852]

Absolutely great video. I love your channel. Regards vom Germany. Thomas

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your great support Thomas.

[@mariopereira8261]

Fantastic Timelapse, Fantastic Video, Thanks Richard for sharing with us. 🙏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're welcome Mario, thank you.

[@vivienrajz798]

Mesmerizing timelapses!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your kind words Vivien

[@MHR_Photos]

Amazing ❤ Deferent Perspective ❤ OutClass ❤

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I appreciate you watching.

[@naturesoundsaustralia]

Absolutely stunning!! ❤

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@gunterdeutsch4260]

Wonderful. I love the results.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Gunter

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Wow!

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Thanks for watching Leon

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Amazing video!!!!! Thank you Richard!!!

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WOW so cool

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Thanks for watching Jay, really appreciated.

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Amazing work Richard

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Thanks for watching Jim, really appreciated.

[@PrendosNewZealandLimited]

This was awesome man. I've never seen any of your videos before but I have to say, the first tricycle shot, man, like I almost cried. That was beautiful.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching. Really appreciated.

[@keith2599]

AWESOME and very rewarding to these Time-Lapses, So much beauty out there... That was absolute brilliant to watch Richard....Excellent...❤ LOVED IT....

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Keith.

[@Pomdaddy]

Wonderful ❤ love your work. Truly inspirational. I just got my Z6ll and can only hope to try and capture time lapses like these. I have only tried a couple of times and they are crude but first attempts usually are. I can only imagine how much effort you have put into your work. Thank you for inspiring me to try and improve.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You'll get there I'm sure Frank. The Z6ii is a wonderful timelapse camera.

[@joeshmoe7967]

I like the little additions to your film making. The results are fabulous. I want to get out this year to the Badlands of Alberta, I live about 90 minutes away. I bought my milky way lens(Tokina 11-16 2.8, real manual focus) last spring but didn't get out. - Cheers

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Joe. Those Tokina's are good lenses.

[@gibsonwashere6005]

Wonderful!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@DameDevilDog]

So awesome!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm glad you like it

[@jorgediehl6845]

Amazing!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Jorge

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Very beautiful work 👍🏻👍🏻😊

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching John

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Beautiful....

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Harsh

[@marykrigbaum9021]

Exquisite!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you Mary, I appreciate you watching.

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amazing as always

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you as always for watching.

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Beautiful!

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Thanks for watching.

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Fantastic as always!

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Thanks for watching.