How to Create Star Trails in 2 Minutes

The video tutorial explains two primary methods for creating star trails: in-camera and in-software. In-camera involves long exposures to capture star movement, while in-software uses multiple images blended together. The tutorial provides detailed steps for creating star trails using Photoshop and Star Stax, highlighting the pros and cons of each method. Photoshop allows for manual blending of images, while Star Stax offers an automated process with a gap-filling feature. Both methods enable the creation of stunning star trail images, with Star Stax being a free and accessible option.

What are the two primary methods for creating star trails?

Describe the process of creating in-camera star trails.

What are the advantages of using in-software methods for creating star trails?

How do you create star trails using Star Stax?

What is the purpose of the gap filling mode in Star Stax?