We here at U.P. Second Wave will never dispute the fact that we have an amazing photographer working with us in
Shawn Malone. She's got an incredible eye for just about any type of photo, but she's truly made a name for herself shooting the Aurora Borealis--more commonly known as the Northern Lights. You can see some of her photos
here.
Malone's expertise will be passed on to anyone who would like to learn more about photographing the natural phenomenon when she speaks at the
Headlands International Dark Sky Park in Emmet County July 25.
This free event is open to the public and takes place rain or shine. Visitors will meet at the Beach House for an indoor program, then outdoor sky viewing.
Malone will discuss her techniques in photographing the Northern Lights and how she tracks and prepares for their elusive occurrences. Malone's breathtaking photography of the Northern Lights over the Upper Peninsula has been featured far and wide: Brian Williams on the NBC Nightly News has twice talked about her timelapse photography of the Aurora Borealis and her photos have also been featured by National Geographic News, the Smithsonian, NASA, Fox News, NPR, CNN, the Weather Channel and many, many more regional, national and international media outlets.
Malone says she will provide "some general basics on what causes the Northern Lights, techniques and equipment needed to photograph them, and some stories related to the photos and some time-lapse video clips."
Malone will also present a slideshow of some of her most magnificent Northern Lights photography to accompany the program, which is suitable for all ages. No reservations are required.
"I've always had an interest in photography and took it up as a full-time photographer shortly after we moved to Marquette over 10 years ago," says Malone. "I first saw and started photographing the Northern Lights around 2002. Over the years, I have developed a following of loyal art collectors from all parts of the country."
Writer: Sam Eggleston
Source: Shawn Malone, Lake Superior Photo
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