Jonatan Pie. (2018) The Northern Lights Iceland [Photograph]. Unsplash The Aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, is a natural phenomenon that captivates and thrills enthusiasts and photographers. Its elusive beauty is a challenge, but with the proper preparation, capturing this celestial dance becomes an exhilarating and attainable goal. Understanding the science behind the Aurora borealis, where … Read more
Balazs Busznyak. (2018) The Northern Lights Iceland [Photograph]. Unsplash Low-light photography often comes with an unwelcome companion: noise. These gritty, speckled distortions can reduce the clarity and detail of your photos, compromising the overall image quality. When light levels are low, camera sensors struggle, pushing ISO levels up and raising the likelihood of what photographers … Read more
John Fowler. (2018) The Northern Lights [Photograph]. Unsplash. If you’ve ever attempted to photograph the Northern Lights, you’re aware of the sheer magnetic pull these celestial dances exert. Spectacular as they are, capturing their essence requires more than a mere click of the shutter. Here, I’ll introduce you to the nuances of Northern Lights photography, … Read more
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
Stein Egil Liland. The Northern Lights [Photograph]. Pixabay: Publisher. Imagine standing under a vast arctic sky as the Northern Lights begin their mesmerizing dance. Before we get into the nitty-gritty of photo editing, I will cover what you must do even before pressing the shutter button. Preparation is vital to capturing stunning Aurora photos. First … Read more
