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Posted 09/05/2023
OM System Ambassador Matt Suess brings you along on his recent trip to Lofoten, Norway, to capture the aurora borealis. Suess has prepared an in-depth look at how to prepare for a trip like this and offers tips on photographing the aurora borealis.
0:00 - Introduction
2:45 - About Matt Suess
6:07 - Getting to Lofoten, Norway
8:56 - Gear Check List
18:20 - Predicting the Aurora Borealis
30:48 - Photographing the Aurora Borealis
36:53 - Time Lapse
40:06 - Other Photo Opportunities
44:04 - Final Thoughts
44:50 - Q&A
Have you ever
Posted 08/17/2023
Have you ever dreamed of capturing the Milky Way? Matt reports in from the mountains of Utah to demonstrate techniques for capturing a time-lapse of the Milky Way galaxy.
0:00 - In this Video
1:12 - Gear
2:10 - Settings
3:20 - Result
Ready to start your own time lapse? Share your tips in the Comments section, below.
Posted 08/15/2023
Landscape photographer Imma Barrera attended an artist’s residency at Glacier National Park. The residency focused on astrophotography—in particular, capturing the Milky Way—and wildlife photography. In this video, Barrera shares which areas of the park are the best to visit so you can capture the most beautiful images.
0:00 - Introduction
2:26 - Barrera's background
6:26 - "Under the Night Sky"—Glacier National Park
21:05 - Astrophotography
31:19 - Landscapes
42:20 - Wildlife
49:12 - Q&A
Getting the itch to visit Glacier National Park
Posted 08/03/2023
Do you ever gaze up at the night sky and wish you could photograph all those twinkling stars? Well, you’re in luck. Here’s your comprehensive beginner’s guide to capturing the Milky Way. Join Matt Zefi in Zion National Park for a step-by-step breakdown of everything you need to know to get that perfect shot.
0:00 - In This Video
0:30 - Scouting & Gear
2:34 - Camera Settings
5:25 - Editing & Results
Ready to take on the Milky Way? Share your thoughts in the Comments section, below.
Posted 07/18/2023
Composition can be a powerful tool for storytelling. Jess Santos tells her stories through landscape photography and, in this video, she shows you the tools to help you craft your own.
0:00 - Introduction
1:16 - Finding and Translating the Story
6:40 - Tools to Tell the Story
16:27 - How the Sky Interacts with the Foreground
20:41 - How Light Affects Color
22:28 - How the Milky Way Interacts with the Foreground
26:56 - Techniques & Elements Used to Tell the Story
47:58 - Ideas to Spark Inspiration
52:39 - "Creativity is not learned, but
Posted 06/13/2023
Is your astrophotography hobby growing into something more? Join Benro’s Michael Bogue and Matt Hill, from National Parks at Night, as they go over everything you need to get started with astrophotography.
0:00 - Introduction
2:10 - What is Astrophotography?
7:40 - Why Astrophotography?
10:17 - Challenges of Astrophotography
15:22 - Star Point Photography Basics
20:58 - Basic Requirements for Astrophotography
22:39 - Helpful Apps
24:28 - The Process
26:29 - Photo Example Breakdowns
37:47 - Blending Static and Tracking
41:22 - Must-Have Gear
Posted 06/08/2023
Stargazers rejoice! Sigma has unveiled the 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens, a bright, ultra-wide prime engineered for capturing the night sky. Compatible with Leica L and Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, this ultra-wide, astro-centric lens is equally capable of
Posted 04/08/2022
Trying to photograph the night sky but light pollution is getting in the way? Landscape and astrophotographer Jess Santos shares her knowledge regarding light pollution and how to combat it when you’re taking nightscape images. Watch and learn to understand the Bortle Scale, how to find locations, what filters to use, and more.
Where do you want to take night landscape photos? Let us know in the Comments section, below!
Posted 02/26/2022
Learn everything you need to know about photographing the Aurora Borealis (Northen Lights) with David Swindler! From in-the-field workflow to camera gear and settings selection, you'll be prepared for capturing this beautiful natural phenomenon!
Tell us about your tips for photographing the Northern Lights, in the Comments section.
Posted 02/05/2022
Want to photograph the night sky and nebulae, but not sure where to start? This is your all-in-one guide to nightscapes and deep-sky photography. Ian Lauer shares beginner, intermediate, and advanced astrophotography tips and setups.
What are your questions about photographing outer space? Ask away in the Comments section.
Posted 01/29/2022
Winter adventure photography calls for a great deal of preparation beforehand so you can focus on photographing the beautiful landscapes. Join us as Sony Alpha Collective member Rachel Jones Ross discusses how to protect your photography gear and yourself in sub-zero temperatures, in several feet of snow, and on icy lakes.
What are your own tips for photographing in extreme cold? Share them in the Comments section.
Posted 12/03/2021
Have you ever wondered how to get started in deep-sky astrophotography? Brian Fulda shares his astrophotography tips for photographing deep space, on topics such as beginner mistakes, astrophotography equipment, and thorough planning.
What are your tips for photographing the night sky? Share them with us in the Comments section.
Posted 10/07/2021
The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, is unlike any other night photography subject. In this B&H online video, Autumn Schrock offers you pro tips on how to predict, capture, and edit this otherworldly night sky phenomenon.
Have you been far enough north to capture the Aurora Borealis on camera? What are your tips for photographing this beautiful amalgam of physics and nature? Post them in the Comments section.
Posted 08/11/2021
In this photography tutorial, you will learn how to photograph the night sky in a way that stands out. Sony Alpha Imaging Collective member and travel photographer Autumn Schrock shares her photography composition tips to improve your astro photos.
Visit Explora’s Night Photography site for more astrophotography content.
And share your own astro photo tips in the Comments section, below.
Posted 08/09/2021
Listen and learn about Andrei Duman’s recent personal project at the Mount Wilson Observatory using the Hubble Telescope to photograph the moon and stars. Working with their team, Andrei attached a medium format camera to both their 60" and 100" telescopes to capture 150MP images of the moon in amazing high-resolution detail. He will be discussing what gear he used and how everything was set up and configured, as well as how he kept the photos safe, secure, and backed up. Additionally, Andrei will be showcasing some of his professional