astro photography
Lee LHGFX Photography keeps astro photography in one place: 3 stories so far. The section currently leads with “A Timeless View: Celebrating 60 Years of Earthrise.”, “A Rare Celestial Alignment: Venus and the ISS, Captured Anew.”, and “Capture the Cosmos: Tamron's Ultra-Wide Lens Redefines Astro Photography.”. Sixty years ago, a robotic eye opened where no human had stood, capturing Earthrise and changing how we see our own reflection. Twice in a lifetime, and AJ Smadi has made the impossible look like a rhythm. Lee LHGFX Photography is a dynamic portfolio and lifestyle hub built around the artistic work of @lee_lhgfx — a highly engaged Instagram creator and… The list below is every astro photography story on Lee LHGFX Photography, newest first.
A Timeless View: Celebrating 60 Years of Earthrise.
Sixty years ago, a robotic eye opened where no human had stood, capturing Earthrise and changing how we see our own reflection. That iconic frame still hums with quiet power, and this year, the Artemis II crew brought it full circle, recreating the view from lunar distance. It's a rare moment where history and tomorrow shake hands. For more creative echoes of light and human connection, our related piece on portrait photography honors a different spectrum of beauty.
A Rare Celestial Alignment: Venus and the ISS, Captured Anew.
Twice in a lifetime, and AJ Smadi has made the impossible look like a rhythm. He has captured the second-ever photograph of the International Space Station crossing paths with Venus, a feat he also achieved the first time around. There is a quiet poetry in that kind of precision, a blend of timing and artistry that feels almost celestial.
Capture the Cosmos: Tamron's Ultra-Wide Lens Redefines Astro Photography.
Tamron's latest ultra-wide zoom, the 12-20mm F2.8, is remarkably light, and that's not even its most striking feature. It's also introducing a fresh design language for the brand, one that feels both intentional and refined. This lens doesn't just capture the cosmos; it invites a more immersive approach to astrophotography. For those drawn to the artistry behind the frame, our piece on "Finding Joy on the Streets, One Frame After Fashion" explores a similar devotion to visual storytelling.