Jonatan Pie. (2018) The Northern Lights Iceland [Photograph]. Unsplash. Capturing the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, can be as elusive as the phenomenon. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or a beginner, you’ve probably faced the challenge of conveying the true spectacle through your lens. The solution? High-dynamic-range (HDR) editing is a technique that can transform … Read more
Jonatan Pie. (2020) The Northern Lights Iceland, [Photograph]. Unsplash. The Aurora Borealis, known as the Northern Lights, is a spectacular dance of colors that paints night skies in the polar regions. As a photographer, capturing the raw beauty of this natural display is both a privilege and a challenge. This section will guide you through … Read more
Jonatan Pie (2019) The Northern Lights Iceland [Photograph] Unsplash There’s something utterly captivating about the Northern Lights. Whether you call them by their scientific name, Aurora Borealis, or simply ‘the dance of the heavens,’ capturing their magnificence is a quest for many photographers. But snapping the photo is half the journey; making it shine through … Read more
Paweł Wielądek (2022) The Northern Lights Norway [Photograph] Unsplash If you’ve ever gazed at images of the Northern Lights, you’ve probably experienced the allure of their enchanting display. But what exactly are you witnessing in those photographs? The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, is a celestial ballet of light dancing across the night sky caused … Read more
Maud Bocquillod. (2019) the Northern Lights Finland [Photograph]. Unsplash. Imagine standing under a vast Arctic sky, where lush boreal forests silhouette against a dance of vibrant colors. This experience is not just about seeing the Northern Lights; it’s about embracing the surreal beauty of Lapland, Finland. Known as the Aurora Borealis, this natural display brightens … Read more
Tromsø, Norway, isn’t just a destination; it’s the gateway to one of Earth’s most awe-inspiring shows, the Northern Lights. Here, far above the Arctic Circle, the drama of the Aurora Borealis unfolds against dark, icy canvases, where nature’s light dances across the sky. Tromsø is favored for its geographical position, prime visibility, and vibrant cultural … Read more
You might have seen those surreal images of the night sky painted with vibrant colors, like nature’s masterpiece. I’m talking about the Northern Lights, or to give them their scientific name, the Aurora Borealis. These lights are extraordinary, but it’s not just about the visual spectacle. There’s a whole array of reasons they captivate us, … Read more
Have you ever wondered if there’s a real-life spectacle that outshines the most imaginative special effects? Guess what? There is, and it’s called the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights. These celestial dances of color don’t just stun with their beauty; they also carry a profound cultural significance for many indigenous peoples across the Northern Hemisphere. … Read more
Taylor Murphy. (2024) the Northern Lights Alaska [Photograph]. Unsplash. Imagine the dark Alaskan sky suddenly coming alive with a stunning dance of colors. That’s the Aurora Borealis for you, more commonly known as the Northern Lights. This spectacular display of nature’s beauty happens when charged particles from the sun strike atoms in Earth’s atmosphere, causing … Read more
Lightscape. (2018) the Northern Lights [Photograph]. Unsplash. Have you ever wondered if those spectacular photos of the Northern Lights are as stunning in real life? Guess what? They are. The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are a mesmerizing natural light show that has captivated humans for millennia. Visible in high-latitude regions, these dancing lights result … Read more
