May 11th 2024 Geomagnetic storm

May 11th 2024 Geomagnetic storm

Here's my time-lapse footage of the aurora during the historically strong geomagnetic storm on May 11th 2024.
Stargazing Timelapse Montage
Astrophotography

Stargazing Timelapse Montage

Here is a montage of timelapse footage taken during a few of my Stargazing Tours over the past two years.
Matariki (Maori New Year)
Matariki

Matariki (Maori New Year)

Mānawatia a Matariki. Happy Matariki everyone! The Pleiades or Matariki is an open star cluster associated with the zodiac constellation of Taurus. It is one of the closer star clusters to earth at a distance of around 440 light years. For the Maori here in New Zealand, witnessing the return of this cluster of to the sky is used to bring in the new year. Annually in the later part of June, Matariki is once again seen rising above the horizon just before dawn.
Deep Sky Astrophotography

Deep Sky Astrophotography

Alpha Crux offers one of the most comprehensive Deep Sky and Astrophotography experiences in New Zealand. Experience is hosted from within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. 
Astrophotography Tours in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve

Astrophotography Tours in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve

There is no better place in the world to learn Astrophotography than in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Explore one of New Zealand's most beautiful locations whilst taking your photography skill set to the next level.