Jennifer Wu & James Martin 
Photography: Night Sky 
A Field Guide for Shooting after Dark

Photography: Night Sky will give you the tips and techniques you need to take stunning photographs in the dark.
You’ll learn how to overcome the unique issues that confront nighttime photographers and capture images of which
you’ll be proud.


Co-author Jennifer Wu, an elite Canon “Explorer of Light” professional photographer, has become renowned for her
ability to capture nighttime phenomena, from quarter-phase moon rises to shooting stars to the ephemeral Milky
Way. this new guide reveals her methods and concentrates on photographing four principal subjects: stars as points
of light, star trails, the moon, and twilight. these subjects share common photo techniques and considerations, but
each also requires a distinct approach. Once captured, your digital images must be fi nished on the computer; coauthor
and author of the bestselling Photography: Outdoors, James Martin, delves into the settings and procedures
that elevate an image from mundane to striking.


This clear and practical guide will help photographers of all levels portray the stunning spectacle of the night sky, preserving those special memories and moments from a life outdoors.