About Me

I have always had a lifelong interest in astronomy. Twelve years ago, I built my first "real" telescope, a 10" dobsonian, which I used with some limited success.  Last year, I purchased an 8" Meade Schmidt-Casseigrain computerized telescope as a 45th birthday present for myself, and then got hit with the astrophotography bug.

I teach computer technology for a south Jersey middle school and run the astronomy club in the school.  I also design educational software called ClassCountDown. Basically, it lets a teacher know how much time is left till the end of the period. www.classcountdown.com

I have a wonderful 17 YO daughter, Perri, who shared my interest in astronomy up until the age of about 8. Now, with some coercion, she is willing to look at my newest images.  Perri is this bright spot in my life and being a good father to her has in turn made me a better, happier person.