15 Photos From The 2022 Northern Lights Photographer Of The Year

Annual Northern Lights Photographer of the Year selections have been published by Capture the Atlas, which feature the best photos of the aurora borealis or australis captured from around the world. Capture the Atlas is a travel and photography blog that helps others plan their trips and improve their photography. The blog’s main focus is landscape and astrophotography, and its articles include photography guides, tutorials, and inspiration.

Nordic Quetzal – Luis Solano Pochet: This rare red Aurora that shined after a powerful solar event in Iceland reminded me of the iconic tropical bird of my home country: the Quetzal. It was a dream come true. I had to take a vertical panorama to frame the action since my 14mm lens wasn't wide enough to capture the grandeur of this Aurora. It was hard to process and edit these images because of how unreal they seemed to me with the unique red color. It made me think of all the myths and legends that this natural phenomenon must have awakened in ancient civilizations. I am grateful to have been there, and I will always carry the experience in my heart.