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Thanks Tony
It has been being planned for over 2 years now, a bright idea at first then gathering momentum. After visiting the recent AIC in Santa Clara (ok a spying mission - laugh) it was just a matter of biting the bullet. Going to that conference was one of the most fulfilling things I have done as an astro imager. Being able to discuss filter factors with Don Goldman or processing with Tony Hallas or stretching with Rogelio was unbelievable. I am currently reproing some of my images using techniques I picked up and i'm amazed with the results - when I get time to fully repro i'll post some results.
One other thing I didnt mention is that this is being run as not for profit. IF (ie a big if) it makes money (who am I kidding) then it will all go to getting next years speakers here, reducing conf fees etc.
Its a field of dreams mate - i'm building it - I just hope they come
Mark
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