Star-Filled Sky Above Pine Forest at Night
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 4:11:52 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure astrophotography shot was taken looking straight up through a canopy of pine and mixed conifer trees at Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park. The night sky is filled with countless stars, while a bright moonlit glow illuminates the upper right corner, casting warm orange-brown light on the surrounding tree foliage. The framing uses the tree silhouettes and lit canopy edges to create a natural border around the open sky. The image has a contemplative, wilderness feel enhanced by the dramatic interplay between moonlight and starlight. Captured with a Canon EOS R6 Mark II and wide-angle RF 15-35mm f/2.8 lens, the photo showcases both the technical capability of the camera and the dark skies of Northern California's volcanic highlands.
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