Northern Lights photography is not like other night photography; it has challenges that go way beyond normal night photography challenges \u2013 namely, the cold! You only get Northern Lights in the winter when you have those gorgeous dark skies. In addition, the aurora oval revolves around the geomagnetic north pole, placing you in some of the coldest environments on Earth. All of this means you are going to be waiting out in the cold for the perfect photograph of the northern lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your dream is to photograph the northern lights, then you’ll need to be in the right place, have the right camera equipment, and be prepared with your camera settings. And you’ll want to ensure that you stay warm while you are working on your perfect photograph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have spent a lot of time photographing the northern lights in Alaska. I’ve even been lucky enough to see the southern lights on a cruise to Antarctica<\/a>! From these experiences, I’ve accumulated an extensive list of tips for ensuring your aurora photography turns out great, you stay warm, and have fun. I’m excited to share these tips for shooting the Northern lights while staying cozy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Table of Contents<\/p>\n