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Drakesbrook Weir
This serene lake has a story to tell. I’ve been here before, but my last visit was a race against time—just an hour between moonset and sunrise to capture a quick panorama.
This time, I aimed for something more ambitious: a larger panorama showcasing the lake's beauty. Unfortunately, the session was cut short by some unexpected late-night chaos (think burning rubber, booze, and dodgy behavior). Not exactly the vibes you'd hope for in a quiet spot like this. 😅
The Drakesbrook Weir plays a vital role in the area, collecting overflow from Waroona Dam for farmers to use for livestock and crops. By day, it’s a popular picnic and swimming spot, but at night, it’s usually still and empty—well, most of the time.
This 12-panel panorama (crafted from 36 images, 24 of them stacked) captures the lake’s reflections as the summer Milky Way rises above. High clouds and city light pollution softened the northern sky, but the magic of the view still shines through. ✨
Gear: Nikon D5500 (modded) - 35mm f/1.8 - Star Adventurer 2i Pro - Hoya UV/IR cut - Optolong H-alpha 7nm
Sky: 8 single RGB x 30s, 35mm at f/2.8 - 24 stacked H-alpha x 60s at f/1.8
Ground: 4 x 30s, 35mm at f/4
Drakesbrook Weir
This serene lake has a story to tell. I’ve been here before, but my last visit was a race against time—just an hour between moonset and sunrise to capture a quick panorama.
This time, I aimed for something more ambitious: a larger panorama showcasing the lake's beauty. Unfortunately, the session was cut short by some unexpected late-night chaos (think burning rubber, booze, and dodgy behavior). Not exactly the vibes you'd hope for in a quiet spot like this. 😅
The Drakesbrook Weir plays a vital role in the area, collecting overflow from Waroona Dam for farmers to use for livestock and crops. By day, it’s a popular picnic and swimming spot, but at night, it’s usually still and empty—well, most of the time.
This 12-panel panorama (crafted from 36 images, 24 of them stacked) captures the lake’s reflections as the summer Milky Way rises above. High clouds and city light pollution softened the northern sky, but the magic of the view still shines through. ✨
Gear: Nikon D5500 (modded) - 35mm f/1.8 - Star Adventurer 2i Pro - Hoya UV/IR cut - Optolong H-alpha 7nm
Sky: 8 single RGB x 30s, 35mm at f/2.8 - 24 stacked H-alpha x 60s at f/1.8
Ground: 4 x 30s, 35mm at f/4