Stargazing Essentials: A Beginner’s Guide to Night Sky Photography

Night Sky

Casey Horner. (2018) Yosemite Valley, USA [Photograph]. Unsplash The night sky is a canvas sprinkled with countless twinkling stars, each itching to be immortalized through photography. For those intrigued by the cosmos, night sky photography offers a way to bridge the gap between the science of astronomy and the art of capturing breathtaking moments. Night … Read more

Tripods for Night Sky Photography: A Buying Guide

Alexander Milo. (2017) The Northern Lights Iceland [Photograph]. Unsplash. I understand the allure of a dark canopy sprinkled with stars, and as a photographer, I know the thrill of capturing that perfect night sky shot. It’s a challenging feat, requiring patience and precision. In this arena, a stable foundation for your camera isn’t just helpful; … Read more

Capturing the Cosmos: Essential Tips and Tricks for Night Sky Photography

Aral Tasher. (2017) the Night Sky [Photograph]. Unsplash. Have you ever gazed at the night sky and felt inspired to capture its splendor? Night sky photography lets us record the universe’s captivating scenes from our unique terrestrial vantage point. The motivation behind aiming a lens toward the heavens transcends mere picture-taking; it’s about creating a … Read more

Capturing the Beauty of Northern Lights: A Complete Guide

Jonatan Pie. (2017) the Northern Lights [Photograph]. Unsplash. You’re in good company if you’re captivated by the Northern Lights. This celestial spectacle has mesmerized humans for millennia. But what exactly are the Northern Lights? Essentially, they are collisions between electrically charged particles from the sun that enter the Earth’s atmosphere. These collisions create vibrant, dancing … Read more

Northern Lights Forecast and Prediction Tools

Benjamin Suter. (2020) the Northern Lights [Photograph]. Unsplash. The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, are more than just a beautiful sky display; they are a fascinating natural phenomenon. Their vibrant colors dancing across the night sky have captivated humans for centuries. At its core, this light results from interactions between the Earth’s … Read more

Painting the Sky with Masterful Northern Lights Photography

CharlVera. the Aurores polaires [Photograph]. Unsplash. I’ve always found the Northern Lights one of nature’s most captivating displays. To see them is to witness a dance of colors against the night sky, a performance that has held humans in awe for millennia. The pursuit to capture these lights, with shades ranging from green to purple, … Read more

How to Photograph Northern Lights with a Smartphone

Noel Bauza. The Northern Lights [Photograph] Pixabay: Publisher The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are a stunning natural light display predominantly seen in high-latitude regions near the Arctic. The vibrant greens, pinks, and purples dancing across the sky create a mesmerizing sight that’s a dream to capture through photography. Capturing the Northern Lights on your … Read more