Desert Bloom at Night Size:30x45 Enough sky to let the

Enough sky to let the Milky Way travel cleanly across the frame as the hours passed

these forms become silhouettes

and other mineral deposits tint the stone in unexpected ways

setting my tripod in place well ahead of time

Desert Bloom at Night Size:30x45 Enough sky to let theBig Bend National Park, Texas This photograph was made in Big Bend National Park, in an area far less dramatic than the towering cliffs and canyon walls the park is known for. Its flatter, quieter, and easier to move through alone at night, even during busy seasons. That openness is exactly what makes it well suited for astrophotography. Prickly pear cactus dominate this part of the landscape. During the day, their blooms open wide, catching heat and