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Photography

Bo Zarts

(26,391 posts) Wed Apr 1, 2026, 06:58 PM Apr 1

LIGHTS, FFS! [View all]

The challenges of astrophotography in a semi-public place. This was my third or fourth 240 second foreground exposure ruined by light pollution. Fortunately, I had just opened the shutter so I was able to make a little lemonade from the lemons.

Capitol Reef National Park, Utah - March 2026
©2026 Bo Zarts Studio

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LIGHTS, FFS! [View all] Bo Zarts Apr 1 OP

This series is so cool! Blues Heron Apr 1 #1

I agree..mesmerizing photos. Deuxcents Apr 1 #2

You're too hard on yourself, BZ. ❤️ littlemissmartypants Apr 1 #3

And even with that stage left Apr 1 #4

Love these shots! ybbor Apr 1 #5

Still amazing gademocrat7 Apr 1 #6

Beautiful. LoisB Apr 1 #7

Beautiful! Been there, but you're photos are better. surfered Apr 1 #8