Neon Eruption

Limited Edition 50 Prints/Artist Proof 5

+ Camera Nikon D800E, Multi Rig
+ Exposures f/11@1/8 second & f/5.6 @ 228 seconds
+ Times 8:30P & 2:05A
+ Edition Size 950 Limited; 45 Artist Proof

I have always had a fascination with the night sky. Knowing there is a whole new world out there really intrigues me. Now I was faced with the massive challenge of capturing this mystery on film. When we look at the milky way - we see it in real time. The human eye sees millions of stars and a white milky cloud. Experimenting with long exposures between one second and 200 seconds opened up a totally new perspective to me. The results blew my mind. With the long exposures the camera captures light the human eye doesn't see - the colored gases of the nebulae.

Now I had mastered the technique - all I had to do was find the perfect composition. This was another massive challenge - I wanted the heavens to connect somehow with Mother Earth. I shot many locations at night under the starry sky but I really needed to feel that connection. After days of endless searching I finally found what I was looking for. The shape, texture and structure of this lone tree really spoke to me. As dusk approached I took my first exposure for the fields and horizon - as I knew under starlight this would be pitch black. I waited hours in total darkness for the milky way to be in the perfect position and took a second long shot - exposing for the night sky.

The combination of the two exposures created the exact mood I was chasing. I stood in awe and total silence. Staring at the twinkling night sky above me - gracefully arched over the wise tree. What was going on out there I'll never know, but a rush of energy will be with me forever. Looking at this image I hope you can feel the magic I did this evening.

Fog is one of those atmospheric conditions that does such an amazing job at 'setting the mood'. As I walked the edge of Portage Lake, and first light sent a warm glow through the heavy mist, the fog began to slowly lift off the water, revealing this beautiful iceberg floating below the warm shroud. Almost as if the earth unwrapped a surprise gift for me. Then it dawned on me. This present was like a bouquet of flowers. Beautiful to behold, but it too would soon fade away.

 

Available Editions

• Open Edition Print

• Open Edition Canvas

• Limited Edition Print (Limited to 50 prints)

• Limited Edition Canvas (Limited to 50 prints)

• Artist Proof (Limited to 5 Prints)

 

Marc Mauro Master Photographer - AIPP, PPA, FBIPP, FRPS

 

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