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theNorthernLights.
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best to capture the
magical drama of
their movement, and
you’ll need a solid
tripod that will remain
stable throughout a
long exposure.Follow the trail
Traffi c trails are a
great way of adding
interest to a low-light
picture, but think of
ways to capture them
a bit differently. The
horseshoe curve of
this road is a pleasing
alternative to the
straight lines we often
see in such images.p her of the Year
m petition for amateur photographers
In association with
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