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Astrophotography

Capture the stars, bring cities to life and master cinematic night photography with your Sony Alpha camera.

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About this course

Discover how to create striking night imagery with Sony Artisan of Imagery Drew Geraci. In this course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of astrophotography, astro time-lapse photography, and cinematic city night photography using Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

From setting up your camera for low-light shooting and finding sharp focus in complete darkness to planning around moon phases and composing with movement, Drew shares the techniques behind successful night shoots. You’ll also learn how to capture smooth star motion, build dramatic city light trails, protect your gear in changing conditions, and refine your final images in Adobe Lightroom.

Instructor

Sony Artisan Drew Geraci is an award-winning photographer and cinematographer with over two decades of experience in television, film and advertising. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Mass Communication Specialist for nearly 10 years, Geraci honed his skills in visual storytelling and media production. After his military service, he became the Senior Multimedia Producer at The Washington Times in Washington, D.C., further refining his craft in high-impact visual content creation.

In 2012, Geraci founded District 7 Media, specializing in cutting-edge HDR motion-controlled time-lapse, aerial cinematography, and high-speed video. His innovative work has made him a sought-after collaborator for some of the most respected names in the industry. Geraci gained international acclaim for creating the iconic opening title sequence of House of Cards alongside acclaimed director David Fincher. Since then, he has worked with luminaries such as Steven Spielberg, Jordan Peele, and Alejandro Iñárritu.

Geraci’s striking visuals have been featured in projects for leading brands and studios, including the NFL, HBO, Netflix, Red Bull, Sony, Apple, Disney, Showtime, Dell, Cartier, and more. His work has graced films like Nope and West Side Story, solidifying his reputation as a pioneer in cinematic storytelling.

Drew Geraci

Photographer/Cinematographer, Sony Artisan Of Imagery

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