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Michael K.
Met this guy at borrego springs for the Perseids. There is nothing more enjoyable than observing someone share their joy so passionately. He is Incredibly down to earth and so dang intelligent. He shared his photography and did his absolute best in helping everyone have a good time. He had an incredible telescope with an awesome laser that pointed to the exactly planet, Galaxy, Whatever! in the sky. He encouraged everyone to bring their cameras and he personally helped you get that amazing shot. I am so impressed I am thinking about buying a camera for the next "meet-up" in the future. Catch this guy, he's going to be a 'star' one of these days! Loved it!
Lisa M.
This event and presentation was fantastic! Max is not only educated, but he is kind patient and giving. I learned so much in a couple of hours! I am looking forward to being more involved. Thank you for sharing your talents and passion!
Allysa R.
Fantastic presentation and so personable! There is nothing more attractive than listening to someone share their passion. This guy will show you how to take those NASA photos plus give you knowledge in layman's vocabulary. What a fun personality and a great time. Catch an event and immediately become fascinated to light years and beyond!
Victor L.
HI just got back from one of StarDude’s workshops in Joshua Tree, and I was very impressed with how well organized everything was, our guide Maxwell Palau was amazing, not only did he give awesome lectures on how to do long exposure photography, he also took the time to work with everyone individually to instruct them on how to use their individual cameras for the best shots possible. I was a novice when I started but by the end of the trip I was taking some impressive Milky Way shots, and I was light painting with a laser. As an added bonuses to the workshops we went on several hikes and got the most out of the park by visiting and photographing several different sites, and we even got the privilege of attending an awesome astronomy event where we saw several different celestial bodies and even got to use a huge professional telescope with our cameras mounted to it. I really enjoyed myself and can not wait for the next event!
Jacqueline A.
If you are even a little bit interested in photographing stars, attend a workshop with Maxwell. From novice to expert, he has knowledge to share with everyone and shares it without ego. Can't wait for the next adventure!! Thank you for a great experience in Joshua tree!!
Dianna S.
Had an outing with Maxwell and StarDude Astronomy this weekend and hope to do another one soon! He is very helpful and patient with everyone and really goes out of his way to provide a great experience. Got some great Milky Way shots which was my main goal for the weekend. :)
Jay P.
Showed up to one of his events to view and take pictures of the full moon. He showed and taught us more than that. We were able to view and take pictures of Jupiter, its four moons and messier 42. My friend and I had a grand time.
Ola D.
The Palomar AstroPhotography camping trip was unbelievable!!! Next time we will bring an intervalometer and hand/feet warmers :) Maxwell, you and your dad were the best. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. You opened a whole new world of photography to us and we can't wait to go on another trip. The group of people we met on this meet-up were awesome and we had a great time with all of you. - Ola & Randy
Michael K.
Met this guy at borrego springs for the Perseids. There is nothing more enjoyable than observing someone share their joy so passionately. He is Incredibly down to earth and so dang intelligent. He shared his photography and did his absolute best in helping everyone have a good time. He had an incredible telescope with an awesome laser that pointed to the exactly planet, Galaxy, Whatever! in the sky. He encouraged everyone to bring their cameras and he personally helped you get that amazing shot. I am so impressed I am thinking about buying a camera for the next "meet-up" in the future. Catch this guy, he's going to be a 'star' one of these days! Loved it!
Lisa M.
This event and presentation was fantastic! Max is not only educated, but he is kind patient and giving. I learned so much in a couple of hours! I am looking forward to being more involved. Thank you for sharing your talents and passion!
Allysa R.
Fantastic presentation and so personable! There is nothing more attractive than listening to someone share their passion. This guy will show you how to take those NASA photos plus give you knowledge in layman's vocabulary. What a fun personality and a great time. Catch an event and immediately become fascinated to light years and beyond!
Victor L.
HI just got back from one of StarDude’s workshops in Joshua Tree, and I was very impressed with how well organized everything was, our guide Maxwell Palau was amazing, not only did he give awesome lectures on how to do long exposure photography, he also took the time to work with everyone individually to instruct them on how to use their individual cameras for the best shots possible. I was a novice when I started but by the end of the trip I was taking some impressive Milky Way shots, and I was light painting with a laser. As an added bonuses to the workshops we went on several hikes and got the most out of the park by visiting and photographing several different sites, and we even got the privilege of attending an awesome astronomy event where we saw several different celestial bodies and even got to use a huge professional telescope with our cameras mounted to it. I really enjoyed myself and can not wait for the next event!
Jacqueline A.
If you are even a little bit interested in photographing stars, attend a workshop with Maxwell. From novice to expert, he has knowledge to share with everyone and shares it without ego. Can't wait for the next adventure!! Thank you for a great experience in Joshua tree!!
Dianna S.
Had an outing with Maxwell and StarDude Astronomy this weekend and hope to do another one soon! He is very helpful and patient with everyone and really goes out of his way to provide a great experience. Got some great Milky Way shots which was my main goal for the weekend. :)
Jay P.
Showed up to one of his events to view and take pictures of the full moon. He showed and taught us more than that. We were able to view and take pictures of Jupiter, its four moons and messier 42. My friend and I had a grand time.
Ola D.
The Palomar AstroPhotography camping trip was unbelievable!!! Next time we will bring an intervalometer and hand/feet warmers :) Maxwell, you and your dad were the best. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. You opened a whole new world of photography to us and we can't wait to go on another trip. The group of people we met on this meet-up were awesome and we had a great time with all of you. - Ola & Randy
Michael K.
Met this guy at borrego springs for the Perseids. There is nothing more enjoyable than observing someone share their joy so passionately. He is Incredibly down to earth and so dang intelligent. He shared his photography and did his absolute best in helping everyone have a good time. He had an incredible telescope with an awesome laser that pointed to the exactly planet, Galaxy, Whatever! in the sky. He encouraged everyone to bring their cameras and he personally helped you get that amazing shot. I am so impressed I am thinking about buying a camera for the next "meet-up" in the future. Catch this guy, he's going to be a 'star' one of these days! Loved it!
Lisa M.
This event and presentation was fantastic! Max is not only educated, but he is kind patient and giving. I learned so much in a couple of hours! I am looking forward to being more involved. Thank you for sharing your talents and passion!
Allysa R.
Fantastic presentation and so personable! There is nothing more attractive than listening to someone share their passion. This guy will show you how to take those NASA photos plus give you knowledge in layman's vocabulary. What a fun personality and a great time. Catch an event and immediately become fascinated to light years and beyond!
Victor L.
HI just got back from one of StarDude’s workshops in Joshua Tree, and I was very impressed with how well organized everything was, our guide Maxwell Palau was amazing, not only did he give awesome lectures on how to do long exposure photography, he also took the time to work with everyone individually to instruct them on how to use their individual cameras for the best shots possible. I was a novice when I started but by the end of the trip I was taking some impressive Milky Way shots, and I was light painting with a laser. As an added bonuses to the workshops we went on several hikes and got the most out of the park by visiting and photographing several different sites, and we even got the privilege of attending an awesome astronomy event where we saw several different celestial bodies and even got to use a huge professional telescope with our cameras mounted to it. I really enjoyed myself and can not wait for the next event!
Jacqueline A.
If you are even a little bit interested in photographing stars, attend a workshop with Maxwell. From novice to expert, he has knowledge to share with everyone and shares it without ego. Can't wait for the next adventure!! Thank you for a great experience in Joshua tree!!
Dianna S.
Had an outing with Maxwell and StarDude Astronomy this weekend and hope to do another one soon! He is very helpful and patient with everyone and really goes out of his way to provide a great experience. Got some great Milky Way shots which was my main goal for the weekend. :)
Jay P.
Showed up to one of his events to view and take pictures of the full moon. He showed and taught us more than that. We were able to view and take pictures of Jupiter, its four moons and messier 42. My friend and I had a grand time.
Ola D.
The Palomar AstroPhotography camping trip was unbelievable!!! Next time we will bring an intervalometer and hand/feet warmers :) Maxwell, you and your dad were the best. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. You opened a whole new world of photography to us and we can't wait to go on another trip. The group of people we met on this meet-up were awesome and we had a great time with all of you. - Ola & Randy
Michael K.
Met this guy at borrego springs for the Perseids. There is nothing more enjoyable than observing someone share their joy so passionately. He is Incredibly down to earth and so dang intelligent. He shared his photography and did his absolute best in helping everyone have a good time. He had an incredible telescope with an awesome laser that pointed to the exactly planet, Galaxy, Whatever! in the sky. He encouraged everyone to bring their cameras and he personally helped you get that amazing shot. I am so impressed I am thinking about buying a camera for the next "meet-up" in the future. Catch this guy, he's going to be a 'star' one of these days! Loved it!
Lisa M.
This event and presentation was fantastic! Max is not only educated, but he is kind patient and giving. I learned so much in a couple of hours! I am looking forward to being more involved. Thank you for sharing your talents and passion!
Allysa R.
Fantastic presentation and so personable! There is nothing more attractive than listening to someone share their passion. This guy will show you how to take those NASA photos plus give you knowledge in layman's vocabulary. What a fun personality and a great time. Catch an event and immediately become fascinated to light years and beyond!
Victor L.
HI just got back from one of StarDude’s workshops in Joshua Tree, and I was very impressed with how well organized everything was, our guide Maxwell Palau was amazing, not only did he give awesome lectures on how to do long exposure photography, he also took the time to work with everyone individually to instruct them on how to use their individual cameras for the best shots possible. I was a novice when I started but by the end of the trip I was taking some impressive Milky Way shots, and I was light painting with a laser. As an added bonuses to the workshops we went on several hikes and got the most out of the park by visiting and photographing several different sites, and we even got the privilege of attending an awesome astronomy event where we saw several different celestial bodies and even got to use a huge professional telescope with our cameras mounted to it. I really enjoyed myself and can not wait for the next event!
Jacqueline A.
If you are even a little bit interested in photographing stars, attend a workshop with Maxwell. From novice to expert, he has knowledge to share with everyone and shares it without ego. Can't wait for the next adventure!! Thank you for a great experience in Joshua tree!!
Dianna S.
Had an outing with Maxwell and StarDude Astronomy this weekend and hope to do another one soon! He is very helpful and patient with everyone and really goes out of his way to provide a great experience. Got some great Milky Way shots which was my main goal for the weekend. :)
Jay P.
Showed up to one of his events to view and take pictures of the full moon. He showed and taught us more than that. We were able to view and take pictures of Jupiter, its four moons and messier 42. My friend and I had a grand time.
Ola D.
The Palomar AstroPhotography camping trip was unbelievable!!! Next time we will bring an intervalometer and hand/feet warmers :) Maxwell, you and your dad were the best. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. You opened a whole new world of photography to us and we can't wait to go on another trip. The group of people we met on this meet-up were awesome and we had a great time with all of you. - Ola & Randy
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