Capturing alpine light

November 2017

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November 2017

Early morning alpenglow on Aoraki/Mt Cook. Photo: Richard Young
Time your visit to the mountains to capture the best (or avoid the worst) light. Sunrise Witnessing high mountain peaks bathed in a pre-dawn, pink alpenglow can be a magical experience. The dawn air is clearer than at any other time of day, offering clear views and vivid colours. As the sun breaks the horizon, […]
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