Author Tom Kerss

Tom Kerss

Recent articles by Tom Kerss

Want to capture a shooting star? Our beginner's guide on how to photograph the Perseid meteor shower

Find out to photograph a Perseid meteor shower in the night sky and what equipment you'll need.
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Aurora: the science of the Northern Lights, and how to see them

A guide to the aurora borealis: what it is, what causes its green and pink glow, and the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights.
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10 of the best astrophotography targets for beginners

Our pick of the best objects to get you started photographing the night sky.
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How to photograph the night sky

Have you ever wanted to photograph the night sky? Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer Tom Kerss reveals his top astrophotography tips. As told to Lorin R Robinson.
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