Photographing the Arctic and the Aurora
Learn how to get the best photos possible in a hostile environment! Join Dave Williams in arctic Norway as he shares his tips and techniques for planning, preparing, and keeping himself (and his gear) safe in extreme conditions. You may head above the arctic circle with the goal of photographing the aurora, but Dave explains how to be prepared for shooting the wildlife, water features, snowy scenes, and not so snowy scenes you may encounter along the way. Dave wraps up the class with lessons on knowing how to find, prepare for, and shoot the northern lights.
Release Date: 2021-01-28
Lessons
Introduction
Join Dave as he introduces the class and discusses what will be covered in the lessons that follow.
Duration: 1 mins 3 seconds
Do Your Research
When heading to extreme locations you’ll want to do your research before you leave home.
Duration: 7 mins 43 seconds
Getting Supplies
Access to provisions and supplies in the arctic can be few and far between.
Duration: 2 mins 45 seconds
Arctic Activities
From sightseeing to glacier walks, there are a wide range of activities you can experience while on your arctic exploration.
Duration: 3 mins 4 seconds
Extreme Weather
When you are in the arctic circle there are extra precautions you need to take to protect yourself and your gear.
Duration: 8 mins 51 seconds
Extended and Short Days
Due to being so far north, when you are within the arctic circle the amount of daylight varies greatly throughout the year. This presents challenges and opportunities.
Duration: 2 mins 41 seconds
Dealing with Snow and Ice
Photographing snowy landscapes presents a number of challenges to nail the shots.
Duration: 6 mins 36 seconds
Subarctic Locations
You may also experience locations where there is no snow, but you want to get the feel of the cold winter.
Duration: 2 mins 38 seconds
Unique Wildlife
It all depends on where you are, but you can expect to photograph wildlife on your journey.
Duration: 4 mins 13 seconds
Water Features
From rivers to lakes and waterfalls, there are a variety of water features that are both beautiful and dangerous.
Duration: 4 mins 47 seconds
Finding the Aurora
Learn about what the northern lights are so that you are better prepared to find them.
Duration: 12 mins 20 seconds
Shooting the Aurora
After checking the aurora forecast, gear up, and head out to take your chances with the night sky.
Duration: 9 mins 50 seconds