Mongolian sky at night Photo

Photographer’s Note

Hi Guys! I've been away from TE for almost 6 months because of travelling (which I still am!), but I'll be uploading and critiquing again as often as possible.

The sky at night in Mongolia really is something to behold. I've been many places in the world that are renowned for having a clear sky but nothing even comes close to Mongolia!

This is my first ever attempt at a 'star trail' type photo. I'd seen them here before on TE so decided to give it a go. The exposure is ~25 minutes. I would like to have exposed it for longer but I had the camera set to 'reduce long exposure noise' which meant the battery had to last for 50 minutes in total, and at -5C I didn't fancy the batteries chances hence the short exposure.

The reds in the distance aren't any city, it's natural. The nearest city from where this photo was taken is hundreds of kilometres away!

Let me know what you think! :)

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Critiques | Translate

elkab (3324) 2009-05-21 3:54

Hi, Lee!
Great idea and result :) I like abstract composition and graphic texture of picture. Great colours and frame too.

All the best
elizabeth

cunejo200 (7157) 2009-05-21 4:04

Very impressive Lee. You inspired me to try this on one of these days. The composition is exquisite, and of course the result of your artwork ought to be commended. My best regards.
Danilo

alftrek (2689) 2009-05-21 18:30

Hello Lee,
Your long absence from TE due to traveling means that there will be plenty of shots to be posted once you settle down. Good to see you back.

This is amazing as it shows us the rotation of the earth which we don't normally notice when we look up into the night sky. The graphic composition is also very impressive. A little bit of noise though due to ISO200 under low light condition. Since you were on tripod the ISO should be brought down to the minimum.
Still, it is a great piece of work.

Regards
Alfred

Waylim (10657) 2009-05-22 16:23

Hi Lee,
I have not try it, but it sure look really interesting, I would love to do it when I have a chance. It's mesmerizing actually to look at. I see your issue, being out there, probably hard to find a place to charge your battery. I would conserved much of it for other shots too.
Way

luki2323 (157) 2009-05-28 9:22

I like it.I dont konow how you did it but I really like it :)))

photoray (1174) 2009-05-28 16:57

Hi Lee,
Excellent star tracks and foreground for perspective.

Long night exposures were easier with older mechanical cameras, so you suceeded with the digital age.

Good job,
Ray

Bluejeans (31449) 2009-06-04 10:09

Ola Lee,
Que belo efeito das estrelas com a rotação da terra , também tenho uma foto parecida com esta, parabéns!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

Photo Information

Copyright: Lee Marshall (litiancai) (1040)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-05-15
Categories: Nature
Camera: CANON EOS 40 D, Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 AT-X Pro, 77 mm HOYA Super HMC Pro1 UV
Exposure: f/5.6
Details: Tripod: Yes
More Photo Info: view
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-05-21 3:29