Milky Way photography is in trend because of its uniqueness. Here are the top three Milky Way Photography Tips that will provide you with the great view that you are looking for:
Dark Sky
Waiting until the night is not enough. It would be best if you had a dark sky free from light pollution to see the Milky Way and photograph it. Poor air quality and light pollution can make it difficult to see the Milky Way if you live in a large city. You will need to travel quite a distance (many miles/hours depending on the town's size) to see the Milky Way. Otherwise, there is a chance that city lights could be visible in your photos.
Dark skies can also be found in remote areas such as national parks, forests, and other camping areas. You can use the Dark Site Finder website, Light Pollution Map, or apps such as Dark Sky Map to find dark spots close to you.
You can see the moon's effect on your Milky Way photographs. Shooting during a full moon can wash out your images—shoot during a new moon or on days when it rises very late.
Find out when and where to look
It is impossible to see the Milky Way in its entirety all year. This is especially true for people living in the Northern Hemisphere, where February through October is the ideal time. However, May and August are the best months, when it is highest up in the sky. Your celestial subject will be visible in the sky's southern part that rises from the east part of the sky.
The galactic center, the central part of the Milky Way, can be seen overhead by residents in the Southern Hemisphere.
The middle of the Milky Way will not be seeable in other seasons. However, you can still photograph the fainter areas of the Milky Way when there is a clear sky and good atmospheric conditions.
Make sure your digital camera has a high ISO rating
Night shooting is brutal due to limited light. Your camera must be able to deal with these conditions without making noise. Although full frame cameras are preferred, they are not essential. The latest cameras are perfect in low light, and you can find affordable options if you are just starting.
