The Celestial Emu: A Milky Way Spectacle Over Boonwurrung Country
This incredible 3-shot vertorama, captured at a 17mm focal length, showcases the majestic rising Milky Way over Tannahan, also known as Cape Schanck, on Boonwurrung Country. The scene was framed during a retreating tide, adding to the tranquil beauty of the night.
A Sky Painted with Stars
The Sagittarius Star Cloud shone exceptionally bright, cutting through the subtle green airglow. What makes this image truly captivating is the prominence of the "Great Rift," a dark dust lane within the Milky Way that remarkably forms the shape of an emu. This celestial emu was particularly noticeable against the darkness, creating a stunning visual narrative in the night sky.
Technical Details
This breathtaking shot was achieved using a Sony A7III camera paired with a Tamron 17-28mm lens at 17mm. The exposure settings were a 20-second shutter speed at ISO 5000, with the aperture set to f/2.8, allowing ample light to capture the intricate details of the galaxy.
This photograph is a testament to the beauty that can be found when the wonders of the cosmos align with skilled astrophotography and breathtaking landscapes.
