Can we talk about using a kitchen colander for star alignment?

Xena Kim · 2026-03-06T07:15:44.448127+00:00

I found that placing a colander over my camera lens helps frame star clusters. It's a silly trick but actually works for getting rough alignment before I make small adjustments.

ryan_hayes26mo ago

Guess it's a good way to find constellations and drain pasta.

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taylorcarr6mo ago

That colander trick is legit weird but it does work. Tried it last summer with my old DSLR. The holes make a quick grid pattern so you can spot clusters fast. Gives you a solid starting point before the tiny tweaks.

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perry.sandra6mo ago

Doesn't that just block the stars you're trying to see?

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