Clinging to Life Under the Stars: A Night Sky Spectacle from an Abandoned Quarry
Last Friday, I ventured to an abandoned quarry, a place where the earth bears the scars of past industry. Yet, even in such stark landscapes, nature finds a way to persevere. Atop the quarry, two trees clung tenaciously to life, their silhouettes etched against the vast, star-dusted canvas of the night sky.
This image is a testament to that resilience, capturing the enduring spirit of life in the face of an unforgiving environment. The stars above, in their silent, celestial dance, provided a magnificent backdrop to this scene of quiet defiance.
To bring this vision to life, a meticulous process of long exposure astrophotography was employed:
- Camera: Sony a6300 (Halpha modified)
- Lens: Viltrox 16mm
- Exposure Details: 9 individual 5-minute exposures, stacked to create the final image.
- Settings: ISO 640, f/2.2
This combination of equipment and technique allowed for the capture of faint starlight and the subtle details of the landscape, creating a truly immersive view of the night sky.
If you're captivated by the wonders of the cosmos and the art of astrophotography, I invite you to explore more of my work at .
It's moments like these, under the vast expanse of the universe, that remind us of our place within it, and the incredible beauty that surrounds us, even in the most unexpected of places.
