During the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, Portland photographer Jay Shah took a trip to the Peter Iredale Shipwreck at Fort Stevens State Park along the beautiful northwest Oregon coast. His visit on Saturday night resulted in captivating photos that captured shooting stars, the Milky Way, bioluminescence, and a ship that seemed to blend with the sunset on the horizon.Jay Shah shared these incredible images on his Instagram account.
Shah is known for his technique of capturing single long exposure shots. He described the night of capturing these images, with bioluminescence sparkling around his boots, providing a magical ambiance for his photography.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has predicted clear or mostly clear skies over Oregon for the peak of the meteor shower tonight. This provides an ideal opportunity for stargazers and photographers to witness this annual celestial event.
If you’re interested in watching the Perseid meteor shower in Oregon, check out our recommended locations.
For more information about the Peter Iredale Shipwreck and its history, click here.
Image above:
- Taken at 10:39pm on August 12, 2023.
- Camera: Sony Alpha 7 IV.
- Lens: FE 24mm F1.4.
- Exposure: 15 seconds.
- ISO: 3200
- Aperture: f/1.6
Portland photographer Jay Shah visited the Peter Iredale Shipwreck at Fort Stevens State Park on August 12, 2023. His stunning images captured the Perseid meteor shower at its peak, showcasing shooting stars, the Milky Way, bioluminescence, and a ship that blended beautifully with the sunset. Courtesy of Jay Shah
Image above:
- Taken at 10:27pm on August 12, 2023.
- Camera: Sony Alpha 7 IV.
- Lens: FE 24mm F1.4.
- Exposure: 20 seconds.
- ISO: 3200
- Aperture: f/1.6
Escaping light pollution
Are you wondering where you can find the darkest locations in Oregon? Explore the interactive map below to discover the levels of light pollution caused by human activity at night. We also suggest six locations where you can truly enjoy the beauty of the night sky.
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