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While weather control is typically thought of as a superpower, the unconscious ability of astronomers and astrophotographers to summon clouds is more properly classified as a curse.
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Source: https://xkcd.com/3253/
Just build them piecemeal. It'll cost as much if not more but it's not all at once. Or find a super cheap camera and wide angle lens with a low f number and do Milky Way photography. Lots of options with a lowish entry price
Or don't. I'm just 3 raccoons in a human suit