Night-sky notes · An independent notebook

Look up, keep a note

A thoughtful collection of original notes on unaided night-sky sketches and honest observation records. Begin with a small observation, then make room for a closer look.

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unaided night-sky sketches and honest observation records — an original illustration — ILLUSTRATED STUDY / 17ORBIT NOTEBOOK

Six considered notesOne small guideRoom to explore

Begin with note 01

A viewing direction

Record the direction of the open sky from your chosen place.

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Small things, well noticed.

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01Observe

A viewing direction

Record the direction of the open sky from your chosen place.

02Observe

A horizon obstruction

Draw buildings and trees that limit the view.

03Practice

A bright-point pattern

Sketch a few visible points in relation to each other.

04Practice

A cloud movement note

Mark which parts of the view were obscured.

05Reflect

A chart comparison

Check a reliable chart for the actual place and time.

06Reflect

A repeat sky page

Use the same viewpoint for a later sketch.

A note from the notebook

Start where you are.

Keep a notebook and a local sky chart nearby. This collection begins with sky patterns and a simple idea: attention is something you can practice.

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