Astrophotography Anytime, Anywhere
At Last, Simple and Unlimited Access to the Night Sky for Everyone
Whether you’re an experienced astrophotographer or just beginning your journey, Telescope Live brings the wonders of the night sky within your grasp.
With our comprehensive and affordable platform, you have everything you need to capture, learn, and create breathtaking deep-sky images. Explore the most complete, convenient, and cost-effective astrophotography solution available today.
Our mission
What we believe in
Be part of the Astrophotography revolution! Join Telescope Live today.
We believe that astrophotography should be more accessible to everyone and that all the wonders hidden in the night sky should be easier to observe.
- Cutting the incredibly high costs that you have to bear to practise this passion.
- Declaring war on the steep learning curve that you have to go through when approaching this hobby.
- We’ve done this by allowing astrophotographers to work with data taken from professional, top-quality telescopes located in both hemispheres and under the best night-skies.
- We offer the most affordable way to access observations of every night-sky object, continuously obtained with those telescopes
- Opening the gates to an endless stream of observations and making them available to everyone.
- That’s paired with tailored onboarding that makes it easier than ever to start practising astrophotography.
- And we’ve got the best instructors out there to teach you all the tips and tricks that will take your knowledge and capabilities to the next level.
PROBLEMS
Astrophotography common enemies
Bad Weather
Dealing with cloudy skies can ruin your plans. When the weather doesn’t cooperate, your telescope stays idle, leaving you without the chance to capture any images.
Light Pollution
If you live in or near a big city, light pollution forces you to drive for miles and hours, searching for a remote spot where you can use your gear.
Southern or Northern Hemisphere
Some of the most captivating deep-sky objects are located in the opposite hemisphere, making them impossible to observe from your usual location.
Lack of Time
Sometimes, even though all the external elements are favorable, you just don’t have the time to get out into the field.
Moon Interference
More often than not, the moon interferes with your observations, and it’s easy to miss opportunities to gather data when she’s "out for the night."
Steep Learning Curve
Astrophotography requires mastering complex equipment, software and techniques, which can be daunting for beginners. The steep learning curve often discourages newcomers, making it difficult to achieve the desired results without extensive practice and study.
Are you passionate about post-processing deep-sky images but want to avoid the hassle of data acquisition?
Imagine having the freedom to simply select the data that interests you, download it, and start crafting your final image - all from the comfort of your home.
- If this sounds like the perfect solution, then a curated data archive would be exactly what you need. This archive would contain pre-calibrated datasets captured by professional observatories around the world, allowing you to dive straight into processing without worrying about setup, weather conditions, or equipment limitations.
- Even better if this archive was built from data collected by a network of top-tier telescopes, strategically positioned under the clearest skies across both hemispheres. This would give you access to deep-sky objects that might otherwise be beyond your reach.
- With this approach, you would always work with the highest quality raw data, meticulously captured and calibrated by experts under pristine sky conditions, giving you everything you need to create stunning astrophotography images.
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TELESCOPE LIVE
The solution to all astrophotography problems
The world’s largest archive at your disposal
Members get access to our archive of pre-calibrated images, acquired over all the years we have been in business. This means that you will have immediate access to all the data obtained to date since the beginning of Telescope Live. At the time of writing, our archive consists of 122 thousand images, corresponding to more than 7,000 hours of observations – basically an entire year of non-stop observing time.
Even better, we will continue to collect new observations, which will be made available as soon as they are acquired. As a result, our database will be expanded more and more over time!
Even better, we will continue to collect new observations, which will be made available as soon as they are acquired. As a result, our database will be expanded more and more over time!
Time won’t be a problem anymore
If you don't have enough time to collect data with your own gear, now you can download images ready to be post-processed. Or submit an observation request and our automated service will do the rest for you. For the latter, you can choose all the observing parameters you prefer (telescope, filters, etc), then receive the images you requested ready to be post-processed in a matter of hours or days.
Our automated scheduling allows you to set up observations that can run even for tens of hours without the need to think about how to schedule them. Our automated scheduler takes care of planning your observations in the best possible way, allowing very long requests to be fulfilled optimally.
Our automated scheduling allows you to set up observations that can run even for tens of hours without the need to think about how to schedule them. Our automated scheduler takes care of planning your observations in the best possible way, allowing very long requests to be fulfilled optimally.
From zero to astrophotography hero
With our vast range of resources and data sets ready to be downloaded, you will boost your post-processing skills like you never have before.
But we also have lots of material specifically designed for those just starting, which will guide you through every aspect of creating your first astrophotography pictures. Thanks to our tutorials, you will literally go from zero to astrophotography hero in no time!
But we also have lots of material specifically designed for those just starting, which will guide you through every aspect of creating your first astrophotography pictures. Thanks to our tutorials, you will literally go from zero to astrophotography hero in no time!
Light pollution will be just a distant memory
The sites of our observatories are the equivalent of paradise for every astrophotographer. They are located in dream locations, such as deserts and mountains, where the weather is great most of the year and where civilization (and the associated light pollution) is totally absent.
Forget about bad weather conditions
All our observatories are located under the world’s best skies, where the weather is great for most of the year. So, you can forget all your weather problems once and for all! You will have the chance to acquire great astrophotography pictures in the best sky conditions, even when the weather is hitting hard where you live.
Observe from both hemispheres without leaving the comfort of your home
With our telescopes located in both hemispheres, you can now take shots of all the objects that you have always dreamt of – but were inaccessible before! We've also got you covered in case the observation schedule of your chosen target is incompatible with your usual observation location at that specific time of the year. With automated scheduling that takes care of all the different factors impeding your observation, this won't be a problem anymore.
Forget about the moon phase
If you want to submit an Advanced Request (an observation specially made for you), you can choose the desired moon conditions in which you wish to observe, thanks to our automated schedule. Select the best moon avoidance constraints for your observation in relation to the object you desire, and we guarantee you the best results!
Free to try
Try it for Free and Get a Taste of It
Experience the power of Telescope Live and explore the platform's powerful features with no obligation. Simply browse our selection of free high-quality datasets, tutorials, and wallpapers - everything you need to ignite your passion for the night sky. When you find something that captures your interest, instant access is just a click away. No tedious sign-up, just pure fun! And when you’re ready to take your astrophotography game to the next level, upgrading to one of our paid plans is effortless, unlocking the full potential of Telescope Live.
Our Offer
Our Functionalities
CURATED DATASETS
TUTORIALS
WALLPAPERS
CURATED DATASETS
- Instant Access to Premium Data: Explore a vast archive of high-quality datasets captured by professional telescopes around the world. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll find the perfect data to work with, available at any time and ready for immediate download.
- Curated for Precision with Quality Guarantee: Each dataset is carefully selected and pre-calibrated, ensuring you work with the best possible raw data to create stunning astrophotography images. Plus, our quality guarantee means that if a dataset doesn’t meet your expectations, you’ll get your money back - no questions asked.
- Diverse Targets: Access data from both hemispheres, including rare and seasonal celestial events, giving you the opportunity to capture images of objects that are otherwise difficult or impossible to observe from your location.
TUTORIALS
- Instant Access to Premium Data: Explore a vast archive of high-quality datasets captured by professional telescopes around the world. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll find the perfect data to work with, available at any time and ready for immediate download.
- Curated for Precision with Quality Guarantee: Each dataset is carefully selected and pre-calibrated, ensuring you work with the best possible raw data to create stunning astrophotography images. Plus, our quality guarantee means that if a dataset doesn’t meet your expectations, you’ll get your money back - no questions asked.
- Diverse Targets: Access data from both hemispheres, including rare and seasonal celestial events, giving you the opportunity to capture images of objects that are otherwise difficult or impossible to observe from your location.
- Instant Access to Premium Data: Explore a vast archive of high-quality datasets captured by professional telescopes around the world. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll find the perfect data to work with, available at any time and ready for immediate download.
- Curated for Precision with Quality Guarantee: Each dataset is carefully selected and pre-calibrated, ensuring you work with the best possible raw data to create stunning astrophotography images. Plus, our quality guarantee means that if a dataset doesn’t meet your expectations, you’ll get your money back - no questions asked.
- Diverse Targets: Access data from both hemispheres, including rare and seasonal celestial events, giving you the opportunity to capture images of objects that are otherwise difficult or impossible to observe from your location.
WALLPAPERS
- Instant Access to Premium Data: Explore a vast archive of high-quality datasets captured by professional telescopes around the world. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll find the perfect data to work with, available at any time and ready for immediate download.
- Curated for Precision with Quality Guarantee: Each dataset is carefully selected and pre-calibrated, ensuring you work with the best possible raw data to create stunning astrophotography images. Plus, our quality guarantee means that if a dataset doesn’t meet your expectations, you’ll get your money back - no questions asked.
Benefits
What do You Get for Free
Experience the Ultimate Astrophotography Platform Firsthand
Discover why Telescope Live is the go-to platform for astrophotographers worldwide by exploring a selection of our complimentary features.
Powerful Tools and Resources at Your Service
Gain access to a curated collection of high-resolution datasets, in-depth tutorials, and stunning wallpapers - each crafted to spark your passion for the night sky.
Effortless Access with No Strings Attached
Enjoy seamless access to these resources without the hassle of a tedious sign-up process. Whether it’s downloading data or watching a masterclass on post-processing, everything is just a click away.
Years of meticulous research, countless miles traveled, and dozens of site evaluations have led to the discovery of the ideal telescope locations in both hemispheres. But it’s not just the geography that makes them exceptional. We’ve carefully selected each component of our telescopes by partnering with the finest suppliers.
To further enhance your experience, we’ve established the Telescope Live Partners Network, collaborating with top observatories and astrophotographers worldwide.
The outcome? A world-class network of professional telescopes located under the clearest skies, all ready for you to explore and ensuring you only have access to premium data.
BEYOND THE PLATFORM
Join a Thriving Community and Take Part in Contests
While astrophotography is usually a solo pursuit, we know that astrophotographers love to connect with people who share their passion.
That’s why we’ve created a huge community of passionate astrophotographers and space enthusiasts that constantly share their knowledge, tips and tricks.
By becoming a member of Telescope Live, you too can be part of this great community. Get to know people who share your passion and learn new techniques and best practices.
To spice things up a little bit, we also have different contests with great prizes up for grabs. That includes monthly as well as Telescope Live Picture of the Day.
Participating in these contests gives you a new way to test your abilities and have your work evaluated by some of the best astrophotographers out there.
That’s why we’ve created a huge community of passionate astrophotographers and space enthusiasts that constantly share their knowledge, tips and tricks.
By becoming a member of Telescope Live, you too can be part of this great community. Get to know people who share your passion and learn new techniques and best practices.
To spice things up a little bit, we also have different contests with great prizes up for grabs. That includes monthly as well as Telescope Live Picture of the Day.
Participating in these contests gives you a new way to test your abilities and have your work evaluated by some of the best astrophotographers out there.
IMAGE
QUALITY GUARANTEED
Forget About Poor Quality - Our Guarantee Has You Covered
Above all else, our goal is to provide you with the opportunity to observe the night skies from both hemispheres under the best possible conditions. To achieve this, we use scientific-grade telescopes and equipment, all of which are regularly maintained to ensure optimal performance.
Moreover, thanks to the Telescope Live Partners Network, we’re able to expand our reach and guarantee that your observation meets the highest quality standards, no matter where you are.
But top-tier equipment alone isn’t enough. We understand that many issues can arise during an observation, and we know how frustrating it can be to have your image compromised.
That’s why every image captured undergoes a rigorous quality control process. Automated algorithms, along with our expert staff, verify each image before it’s uploaded to the platform. However, if for any reason an image doesn’t meet your standards, we’ll refund you in full. That’s our commitment to you!
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