Life is all about balance. On the homestead we find this particularly true. We’re constantly seeking to strike balances: Economy vs. value, time vs. money, convenience vs. quality. In my more cynical moods, I’d say everything’s a trade off.
Our latest trade off involves one of our homestead’s key balance points: weight vs. cost.
Our recent clear weather coincided with “moderate” level auroral displays. I understand that the best displays happened in the middle of the night, which is very common; 2:00 a.m. seems to be the optimal time. We never got out that late, but on October 6th we had a great display around 9:30 p.m., and I got out with my camera to take a few shots.
(Photo: Mark A. Zeiger.)
(Photo: Mark A. Zeiger.)
(Photo: Mark A. Zeiger.)
(Photo: Mark A. Zeiger.)
I hope to do better in the future. Tonight I’m attending a meeting of the Haines Photography Group at the library, that will feature tips on photographing the aurora from one of our town’s best photographers. Maybe I can apply what I learn the next time we see a display.
