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Learn how to process your images in PixInsight from one of our online Live or Recorded Workshops. This is a must have for learning PixInsight. The website has been described as PixInsight University. It's covers PixInsight Fundamentals and will help you Mastering PixInsight. Intermediate PixInsight Workshop Series Intermediate Series Experienced with PixInsight or want to dig in deeper? Our 4-part Intermediate series goes deeper into processing and special techniques. Let's take it to a higher level! Putting it All Together Advanced Image Integration Techniques In this intermediate workshop, Ron and Warren will show you how to get the most from your data sets by taking advantage of PixInsight’s many tools for combining images. More Info Purchase $35 USD Access Video & Data Mosaics and Other Special Techniques Have you ever wanted to image a deep-sky object that was larger than your camera’s field of view? In this intermediate workshop, Ron and Warren will show you how to stitch multiple panes together to make a seamless mosaic of a larger region. More Info Purchase $35 USD Access Video & Data Working With Narrowband Data In this intermediate workshop, Ron and Warren will show you how to get the most from your narrowband data sets, with or without broadband color. More Info Purchase $35 USD Access Video & Data Ask Us Anything We opened the floor up to you! Ask us anything. Based on the requests we received, we’ve pulled a few common threads together to cover. More Info Purchase $35 USD Access Video & Data Subscription Options We’re excited to offer yearly Subscription Options , designed to meet the needs of all PixInsight users. Whether you’re looking for comprehensive access or a more focused experience, we have the plan for you! More About Yearly Subscriptions Contact Pete Proulx if you have any questions - peterproulx@gmail.com (USA) 716-864-7400 Our Next Live Workshop Working With Narrowband Data Tuesday January 13, 2026 7 PM EST Unlimited Access $35 USD Don’t miss out - Sign Up today! More Info & Register *Workshop Prize Disclaimer Purchased a Live Workshop and looking for your link? (Click Here) About Our Sponsors Master of PixInsight has teamed up with World Class suppliers of products and services for the Amateur Astronomer. LEARN MORE

Putting it All Together Recorded Workshop Purchase While the Weighted Batch Preprocessing script (WBPP) takes care of preprocessing in the majority of situations, some images may require manual integration (‘stacking’) to produce the best result. In this intermediate workshop, Ron and Warren will show you how to get the most from your data sets by taking advantage of PixInsight’s many tools for combining images, including: ImageIntegration – a deeper dive into its options and settings DrizzleIntegration – for undersampled images, including CFA Drizzle for one-shot color (OSC) HDRComposition – integrating masters of different exposure times for targets (e.g. M42) with a high dynamic range PixelMath – to blend multiple images together Creating a synthetic luminance (SynthL) or superluminance (SuperL) from available masters These techniques can be used with one-shot color and monochrome CCD and CMOS astronomical cameras, as well as DSLRs. WHAT YOU’LL GET Attendees of this workshop will receive the following: A PixInsight project containing all images and icons used during the workshop _______________________________ Warren Keller and Ron Brecher have teamed up to deliver a series of information-packed Virtual Workshops covering deep-sky image processing with PixInsight. Each session will help you learn about the most important tools and settings needed to create jaw-dropping astrophotos. Working with Ron and Warren, and practicing with the resources provided, will help you move confidently from beginner to experienced user. Unlimited Access $35.00 USD Purchase

This is a must have for learning PixInsight. The our site has been described as PixInsight University. It's covers PixInsight Fundamentals and will help you Mastering PixInsight. Sponsors We'd like to thank our sponsors for their generous support of Masters of PixInsight. We use and trust these products and services ourselves. Please consider them when you're planning your next astrophotography purchase. Supernova Workshop Title Sponsor Cloud Break Optics is our title sponsor for all of our Workshops. Located in Seattle Washington, Cloud Break Optics is your telescope retail store. Whether an astronomy beginner or an experienced astrophotographer, they have it. LEARN MORE Supernova Filter Sponsor Optolong develops modern filters for astrophotography with precise filter curves. Check out the video about the new 3nm SHO filters featuring our own Astrodoc! LEARN MORE Nova QHYCCD designs and manufactures world-leading astronomical cameras, ranging from entry-level to professional, CMOS and CCD, front-illuminated and back-illuminated, specially crafted for amateur and professional astronomers worldwide. LEARN MORE Nova Software Bisque proudly manufactures the legendary line of Paramount robotic telescope mounts. Software Bisque publishes astronomy-related software and manufactures world-class robotic telescope mounts, astronomy appliances, tripods, piers, OTA rings, and other accessories, in Golden, Colorado. LEARN MORE Luminary Celestron has been an optics industry leader for decades, ever since Tom Johnson unveiled the game-changing C8. We strive to continue his legacy by continually developing exciting products with revolutionary technologies. Here, you can learn all about our patented, one-of-a-kind innovations. LEARN MORE Luminary ADM manufactures a wide variety of dovetail and saddle plates as well as many other accessories for telescopes and mounts. “Quality Sells Itself” LEARN MORE Stellar PrimaLuceLab designs, builds, and sells telescopes and astrophotography accessories to photograph the Universe. Home of the SPIDER radio telescopes. LEARN MORE

Learn how to process your images in PixInsight from one of our online Live or Recorded Workshops. Workshop Prize Disclaimer New Workshop Door Prize Eligibility Rules May 2025 We do our best to include all live workshop purchasers in our prize drawing, but there are scenarios that our system simply can’t track, e.g. last-minute purchases within 30-minutes of the start of a workshop. You are eligible for our prize drawing if you fall into the following scenarios: You purchased one our 'Workshop All Access' or 'MoP Complete' subscriptions if you attend the workshop live and register at the link provided during the workshop. You purchased the latest workshop from the 'Next Workshop' menu item and the 'Register' button. If you purchase through this link you're eligible wether or not you attend the live workshop. To be eligible make your pur chase via the Main Menu 'Next Workshop ' page Register button. Do not make your purchase from the 'More Info' or 'Purchase $35 USD' links on the generic workshops page. Contact us immediately if you used the wrong link or need clarification on your purchase so that we can rectify errors. We've got some great prizes each workshop, and we want all attendees to have an opportunity to win! Thanks for your understanding. About Our Sponsors Master of PixInsight has teamed up with World Class suppliers of products and services for the Amateur Astronomer. LEARN MORE

Mosaics and Other Special Techniques Recorded Workshop Purchase This workshop will be delivered in two parts: Part 1 – Mosaics: Have you ever wanted to image a deep-sky object that was larger than your camera’s field of view? Using a smaller telescope is an option, but usually at the expense of resolution. Instead, you can stitch multiple panes together to make a seamless mosaic of a larger region. The sky really is the limit! We’ll show you how to use these essential mosaic-making tools: StarAlignment – options and settings used for making a mosaic template and preparing panes for merging into a mosaic GradientMergeMosaic – to combine multiple mosaic panes prepared with StarAlignment Part 2 – Special Sauce: You can add these steps to your workflow, as appropriate, to enhance your images further. We’ll show you where they fit in with the workflow that we have covered in previous workshops. MorphologicalTransformation – change the size and/or shape of stars ExponentialTransformation – bring up faint details outside your main object Repaired HSV Separation Script – correct color mismatches in star centers These techniques can be used with narrowband data from one-shot color and monochrome astronomical cameras, as well as DSLRs. For many of these methods, we’ll use and build upon the tools and techniques introduced in our previous workshops. WHAT YOU’LL GET Attendees of this workshop will receive the following: A PixInsight project containing all images and icons used during the workshop UNLIMITED ACCESS to a video recording of the workshop _______________________________ Warren Keller and Ron Brecher have teamed up to deliver a series of information-packed Virtual Workshops covering deep-sky image processing with PixInsight. Each carefully-planned session helps you learn about the most important tools and settings needed to create jaw-dropping astrophotos. Working with Ron and Warren, and practicing with the resources provided, will help you move confidently from beginner to experienced user. Unlimited Access $35.00 USD Purchase

Our Next Live Workshop Working With Narrowband Data January 14, 2026 More Information Enjoy Our Free Workshop Preview Below All of our 'Live' Workshops are recorded for later Unlimited Playback. When you purchase any of our recorded workshops, you'll have exclusive access from our Members Access page. Each workshop includes recordings of all sessions held for that particular workshop, this will include any future workshops. Your purchase keeps you future proof as PixInsight evolves. Workshops also include Image data sets and process Icons where applicable. Recorded Newbie Series New to PixInsight or want shorten your learning curve? Our 5-part recorded Newbie Workshop series is designed to take you from a simple 11-step processing workflow and build on those steps. Each workshop contains Imaging Data and Process Icon sets to let you follow along step-by-step. You'll then be able to use these customized Process Icons on your own data. More information... Recorded Intermediate Series Experienced with PixInsight or want to dig in deeper? Our 4-part Intermediate series goes deeper into processing and special techniques. More information... Recorded Photons to Photos Series From time to time, we'll have Warren or Ron demonstrate a complete workflow from beginning to end. We'll supply you with the Data Sets and Process Icons so you can process along and observe the steps and techniques used. Look over the shoulder of these PixInsight Ambassadors, and get a peek into how and why they make their image processing decisions. More information... PixInsight for Newbies Recorded Workshop After a night of catching photons, you can hardly wait to see and share the cosmic beauty of your photographs! While many options for deep-sky image processing software exist, none can match PixInsight for its versatility. As a very powerful program, the learning curve can seem daunting to the new user, but we’d like to show you that it’s not! In this workshop, we’ll take the mystery out of PixInsight, and show you how to produce pleasing results in just a few, simple steps. Newbies Workshop Preview This workshop was recorded on: October 10, 2023 Contact Pete Proulx if you have any questions - peterproulx@gmail.com (USA) 716-864-7400

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As powerful as our Masters of PixInsight workshops are, some image processors long for more personal attention. While group classes are great, being able to work with your own data and establishing your own personal workflow can be. ONE-ON-ONE Instruction Take your PixInsight processing to the next level As powerful as our Masters of PixInsight workshops are, some image processors long for more personal attention. While group classes are great, being able to work with your own data and establishing your own personal workflow can be... PRICELESS! Our PixInsight Experts are available for 1-on-1 instruction. Each has their own personal teaching style for getting you where you want to go. Contact Warren or Ron to inquire about their availability and rates. Warren Keller warhenk@yahoo.com billionsandbillions.com Ron Brecher rbrecher@rogers.com astrodoc.ca Thanks! The MoP Team

Photons to Photos #25 The Iris Nebula Monochromatic RGB Unlimited Access $35 USD Purchase < Back From time to time, Warren or Ron demonstrates a complete workflow from beginning to end. The other instructor monitors the chat box and answers questions on-the-fly. This allows participants to see the entire post-processing workflow from beginning to end, learning how Warren and Ron use various processes, scripts, masks and settings in context. About the Workshop In Photons to Photos # 25, Warren will process an image of NGC 7023, the Iris Nebula. This monochromatic RGB data was generously provided by our friend Shawn Nielsen aka: Visible Dark. The Iris Nebula is well-positioned for imaging from mid-northern latitudes during autumn. WHAT YOU’LL GET Beginners will get a glimpse at some advanced tools and techniques that will be covered in upcoming workshops. Seasoned image processors will pick up new ideas and techniques to expand their toolkit and improve your results. All attendees of these workshops will receive the following: A PixInsight project containing all images and icons used during the workshop UNLIMITED ACCESS to a video recording of the workshop Your Instructor Warren Keller Warren Keller is an internationally renowned astrophotographer, author, and educator, celebrated for his expertise in astronomical image processing. He authored Inside PixInsight, a definitive guide to the software, and co-founded IP4AP.com, providing tutorials that have guided thousands in astrophotography. Beyond imaging, Warren is a musician and has contributed to the astronomy community through lectures, workshops, and collaborations with leading astronomical organizations.

We’re excited to introduce our new subscription options, designed to meet the diverse needs of the astrophotography community. Whether you’re looking for comprehensive access or a more focused experience, we have a plan for you! Subscription Options Whether you’re looking for comprehensive access or a more focused experience, we have the plan for you! Our subscription options are designed to meet the needs of all PixInsight users. MoP Complete is a yearly subscription that includes all live and recorded workshops, plus our brand-new PixInsight University, the ultimate replacement for IP4AP. Workshop All Access is a yearly subscription focused only on access to our live and recorded workshops. PixInsight University our comprehensive tutorial series includes over 100 short videos designed to help you learn PI’s most effective processes, scripts, and techniques with ease. If subscriptions aren’t your thing, no worries—you can still purchase any of our individual workshops , which include lifetime access! What Our Subscribers Say MoP Complete Newbies & Intermediate Series+Photons to Photos Series+PixInsight University 'MoP Complete,’ our all-inclusive annual subscription that grants you unlimited access to all live and recorded workshops, as well as our PixInsight University series. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from our extensive library of workshops, covering topics from PixInsight fundamentals to advanced image processing techniques. Our workshops are designed to help you master PixInsight, showing you the essential tools and settings needed to create stunning astrophotos. MoP Complete gives you access to our PixInsight Newbies and Intermediate series, and Photons to Photos series, where Warren or Ron demonstrate complete workflows from start to finish, offering you a unique “over-the-shoulder” perspective on their decision-making process. After the session, you’ll receive the data sets and process icons so that you can process the data yourself, using their techniques. Additionally, you’ll have access to 'PixInsight University', our comprehensive collection of concise tutorials, designed to guide you through specific processes and techniques with actionable, focused learning. Purchasing this subscription might make you ineligible for workshop door prizes. Please read the 'Workshop Prize Disclaimer' below. $279 USD Yearly Price *Workshop Prize Disclaimer Purchase Mop Complete Yearly Workshop All Access Newbies & Intermediate Series+Photons to Photos Series The yearly 'Workshop All Access' subscription grants you admission to all of our live, and recorded workshops—a comprehensive library of educational content tailored for astrophotographers of all skill levels. Bring out the best in your data with workshops that cover everything from mastering the basics in our Newbies series, to advanced image processing techniques in our Intermediate series. As part of your subscription, you’ll also gain access to our popular Photons to Photos workshops. In these sessions, Warren or Ron take you through complete workflows from start to finish, sharing their techniques and decision-making processes along the way. You’ll receive the data sets and process icons needed to follow along step-by-step, offering a hands-on learning experience that helps you refine your skills. With Workshop All Access, you’ll have the flexibility to learn at your own pace, revisit sessions anytime, and explore a wide variety of topics to up your astrophotography game. Purchasing this subscription might make you ineligible for workshop door prizes. Please read the 'Workshop Prize Disclaimer' below. $229 USD Yearly Price *Workshop Prize Disclaimer Purchase Workshop All Access Yearly PixInsight University ‘PixInsight University,’ your go-to source for mastering PixInsight! Our comprehensive tutorial series are designed to help you learn PI’s most effective processes, scripts, and techniques with ease. Offered in two section 'PixInsight Today’ and 'PixInsight Updates.’ ‘PixInsight Today’ highlights only PI’s most modern and useful tools, whether native or third-party. While not as in-depth as the old, 3-part ‘Foundations’ series, Warren digs just deep enough into his recommended tools, to guide you through both pre- and post-processing in a chronological, easily digestible way. With the constant improvements and changes made to PixInsight, Our ‘PixInsight Updates’ section offers a less formal, off-the-cuff series, with Warren and Ron providing timely updates on the very latest versions of processes, scripts, and techniques. Whether you’re exploring the foundational ‘PixInsight Today’ section or catching up on the newest features in ‘PixInsight Updates,’ we’ve got you covered! Typically running 3 to 8 minutes, our concise tutorials respect your time, providing you with actionable insights to enhance your astrophotos. $99 USD Yearly Subscription Purchase PixInsight University Yearly

Photons to Photos #11 Processing of The Pleiades, M45 Unlimited Access $35 USD Purchase < Back From time to time, Warren or Ron demonstrates a complete workflow from beginning to end. The other instructor monitors the chat box and answers questions on-the-fly. This allows participants to see the entire post-processing workflow from beginning to end, learning how Warren and Ron use various processes, scripts, masks and settings in context. About the Workshop In Photons to Photos # 11 , Ron will combine data from two different cameras and telescopes to produce a detailed deep-sky portrait of M45, The Pleiades, that you'd be proud to hang on your wall. WHAT YOU’LL GET Seasoned image processors will pick up new ideas and techniques to expand their tool kit and improve their results. Beginners will get a glimpse at some advanced tools and techniques that have been covered in previous workshops. If you’re new to PI, we suggest viewing or attending the Newbie series first. All attendees of these workshops will receive the following: A PixInsight project containing all images and icons used during the workshop UNLIMITED ACCESS to a video recording of the workshop Your Instructor Ron Brecher Ron Brecher is an award-winning astrophotographer based in Guelph, Ontario, known for his stunning deep-sky images and expert use of PixInsight. A PixInsight Ambassador, he offers one-on-one tutoring and writes for top astronomy publications. When not imaging the cosmos, Ron is a toxicologist, musician, and passionate educator.