How to Photograph the Northern Lights

The northern lights, also called the aurora borealis, are some of the most breathtaking

natural displays in the world, offering views of shimmery illuminations that appear to dance across the sky. The dramatic celestial display can generate some truly spectacular images, but what's the best way to photograph the northern lights? The northern lights occur when charged particles that originate from solar wind interact with elements in Earth's atmosphere. According to NASA, "the aurora is the only visible evidence that the sun and the Earth are a system connected by more than sunlight." But you don't need much more than some basic camera equipment, a sense of adventure and a tolerance for cold to capture the celestial phenomenon. Dennis Mammana, an astronomy writer and expert aurora photographer, and Jim Henderson, who has photographed more than 300 aurora displays in northeast Scotland, gave Live Science some tips to snap a great shot. [See Breathtaking Photos of the Northern Lights]                    https://www.livescience.com/55669-how-to-photograph-the-northern-lights.html