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Night photography can be incredibly rewarding, and it's a great way to improve your general photographic skills. So what do you need to think about?

Equipment:

• A DSLR or Mirrorless camera with manual mode.
• A fast lens
• A tripod
• A Remote Shutter Release
• Extra batteries for cold conditions

Camera settings:

• Use the widest aperture you can
• Experiment with shutter speed
• Experiment with ISO (to minimise noise)
• Use manual focus

Light and exposure

• Get familiar with your cameras' limits in low light
• Be aware of light pollution and choose your site accordingly
• Experiment with light painting and light trails
• Experiment with bracketing to improve dynamic range (may be used in stacked images in post-processing)

Composition

• Think about how to use foreground objects creatively
• Use the rule of thirds and leading lines

Challenges

• Use noise reduction techniques when shooting and in post-production
• Stabilise your camera to avoid motion blur
• Plan for changes in the weather
• Use heaters or other methods to minimise condensation in the lens

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