Handbook for beginners
Learn how to capture nebulas, galaxies, and the Milky Way, using nothing more than a DSLR, a telephoto lens, and a small mount.
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99% of beginners have the same problem: astrophoto is expensive and complicated
Even before taking your first photo, obstacles start to pile up.
If you're like 99% of beginners, you'll find yourself facing these kinds of problems:
➤ You don’t know what gear to choose (or if your current gear is enough) — without spending thousands right from the start.
➤ You spend hours watching YouTube videos… only to end up even more confused.
➤ You’re afraid of ruining your photos because of all the complex settings.
➤ You’ve tried before, but your shots turn out blurry, dark, or full of noise.
Good news: all these struggles are completely normal.
And more importantly: they’re avoidable.
Astrophotography can be simple and enjoyable…
as long as you follow a clear, step-by-step method.

Imagine a warm summer night.
Not a single cloud in the sky.
The Moon has set.
Almost no light pollution.
The sky is filled with thousands of bright stars.
Your setup is ready, and you know exactly how to adjust your gear thanks to the checklist included with the Astrophotography Handbook for Beginners.
With just a few simple settings, you capture your first series of raw images of M31, the Andromeda Galaxy, for example.
No telescope, no heavy or expensive mount.
Just a DSLR, a telephoto lens, a small mount, and the right method followed step by step, without overthinking.
You head back home, ready for the image processing step (the part most beginners fear).
But for you, it’s easy.
You simply follow the processing chapter in the guide to bring out every detail and color in your photo,
as simple as following a cooking recipe.
Once finished, your final image is ready to be printed, framed, or proudly shared online, as you want.
✅ You rediscover the joy of learning without stress.
✅ You save hours by avoiding common mistakes.
✅ You reconnect with your passion.
🏆 And most importantly, you create photos you’re truly proud of, even as a beginner.
All of this becomes possible with a guide designed specifically for passionate beginners like you.
Ready to get started?

M42 - Orion Nebula

M31 - Andromeda Galaxy

NGC 7293 - Helix Nebula

M66 - Leo Triplet

Barnard 33 - Horsehead Nebula

M104 - Sombrero Galaxy (with 2x extender)
With simple, accessible equipment: a Canon 60D, a 70-200mm f/4 lens, and a Star Adventurer mount.










All these astrophotographers started from scratch.
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Learn how to select reliable and affordable equipment. Lenses, mounts, cameras: this guide helps you avoid costly mistakes and get started with the right gear.

your gear
Understand the essential settings and adjust the parameters for each target: you will learn how to exploit the potential of your equipment and take sharp, detailed photos of objects in the sky.

Discover how to spot objects in the sky to photograph and choose the best conditions for taking great pictures.

Discover how to enhance your images with optimal processing, step by step, using simple and powerful software.

A summary sheet of the essentials for getting started, from the equipment you need to bring to the steps involved in setting up. Download and print it to prepare for your astronomy outings.
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A clear and straightforward PDF that lists the classic mistakes made by most beginners in astrophotography, and how to avoid them so you don't struggle for years.
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A video tutorial where I show you how to set up your equipment, get started, and methods for processing your images with the right software.
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A guide to show you how to easily capture the Moon with your basic equipment, in 3 simple steps.
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A concrete action plan to help you take your first astrophotos, with my best tips and recommendations.
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A training course to discover circumpolar photography,
with tips on technique and photo processing on the computer.
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Hello!
I haven't introduced myself yet, so here's some important information:
My name is Arthur Debons, and I created the blog fais-de-la-photo.fr in 2018 to teach the basics of astrophotography.
After sharing my tips with over 7,000 subscribers to the blog's newsletter, I compiled all this knowledge and my methods into a paperback book: Astrophotography : Handbook for Beginners (yes, the one in the photo).
You can now discover the book instantly on your computer and phone with the digital version, followed by bonuses to help you get started in astrophotography with the best methods.

$199
Astrophotography Handbook for Beginners : e-book guide.
Checklist : to get all the essential information for a successful start in deep-sky astrophotography, and the steps to follow to use your equipment properly.
Guide: 10 Begginer's mistakes to avoid.
Astrophoto Video Course : to see in detail how to choose your equipment, set it up in the field, and process the images.
Moon Photography Guide : to learn how to photograph our satellite using the right methods.
30 days roadmap : to set the right goals, progress at the right pace, and stay motivated.
Circumpolar Video Course : to learn how to make magnificent circumpolar images.
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Normally, the Complete Bundle is priced at $199.
Reflecting the full guide, all the bonus PDFs, and the video content included.
But for launch week only, you can get the entire bundle for just $19.
This price won't last:
once the launch period ends, it goes back up to $199,
so if you're seeing this now, this is the moment to grab it.

When you order the guide and its bonuses,
you get a 90 days money-back guarantee.
If you are not completely satisfied with the results, you will receive a 100% refund.
In practical terms, the guide provides a comprehensive method for learning deep-sky photography (nebulae, galaxies, star clusters) and Milky Way photography using a DSLR (or mirrorless) camera, a telephoto lens, and a small star-tracking mount. You will learn how to select the right equipment for various budgets, set it up correctly in the field, and process the captured images using free, user-friendly software.
The guide is optimized for beginners. If you are starting from scratch, you will find all the explanations needed to fully grasp the basics and gain the know-how to take your first photos on your own.
If you are motivated, you can get your first photo within the very first week; it depends solely on the weather and the time it takes to receive any equipment you might not yet have.
Once everything is in place, you will have your photo in a single evening. The method is very simple to follow and apply.
Once your order is confirmed, you create an account on this site using your email address and a password to access your member area, where you will find the guide in e-book format (available for instant download to your computer) as well as all the bonuses. You will have lifetime access to your member area and your products.
The guarantee gives you time to test the methods and decide whether your new photos fully satisfy you. If that is not the case, you take no risk; simply let me know that the methods did not yield the results you expected, and you will be refunded immediately.
This will work without any issues with a mirrorless camera; however, the method is unsuitable for a bridge camera.
I highly recommend using a DSLR or a mirrorless camera to capture your photos under the best possible conditions.
No problem; simply follow the step-by-step method to successfully process your images—everything is laid out for you.










All these astrophotographers started from scratch.

You get now :
✅ The Guide "Astrophotography : Handbook for beginners"
✅ Astrophoto Video Course
✅ Circumpolar Video Course
✅ Checklist
✅ Guide of 10 mistakes to avoid
✅ 30 days roadmap
✅ Moon Photography Guide
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Arthur Debons
arthur@how2astrophoto.com
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