Landscapes, deep space, and human stories beneath the stars.

Under Dark Skies

Milky Way galaxy reflected in a tidal pool beneath Kissing Rock on the Oregon coast at night, with stars mirrored in the water and the rock formation silhouetted, photographed by Matt Costanza.
High-resolution astrophotograph of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) showing a glowing orange galactic core and spiral arms against a star-filled night sky, captured by astrophotographer Matt Costanza.
Person silhouetted against vibrant green and magenta aurora borealis in a snowy winter landscape under a starry sky at Whitefish Point, Michigan, photographed by Matt Costanza.
Rusty abandoned truck in a snowy field under a clear night sky with the Orion constellation visible above in rural New York, photographed by Matt Costanza.
Milky Way over Monument Cove in Acadia National Park, Maine, with glowing fireflies above the rocky coastline and pine trees at night, photographed by Matt Costanza.
Woman sitting on top of a weathered blue truck under the Milky Way in rural Western New York, with trees, grass, and a starry sky in the background, photographed by Matt Costanza.
Full moon reflected in Avalanche Lake in the Adirondack Mountains of New York, with surrounding cliffs and forest at night, photographed by Matt Costanza.
Astrophotograph of Melotte 15, a brilliant star cluster within the Heart Nebula (IC 1805), captured by Matt Costanza—featuring vibrant red emission nebulae, dark dust lanes, and luminous stars in deep space.
Milky Way rising above Wolfe Ranch Cabin in Arches National Park, Utah, with snow patches on the ground and a glowing window in the rustic log cabin, photographed by Matt Costanza.
Portrait of a Navajo woman in traditional dress under a starry night sky in Monument Valley, Utah, with sandstone buttes silhouetted in the background, photographed by Matt Costanza.
Matt Costanza silhouetted against the twilight sky, adjusting camera settings on a tripod near Blue Mountain Lake, Adirondacks, New York.

ABOUT ME

I’m an astrophotographer based in Utah, creating landscape astrophotography, deep sky images, and night sky portraits across the American West.

After relocating from New York, I began chasing darker skies, remote landscapes, and the quiet moments that only exist at night. My work is rooted in the experience of being under the stars — long drives, hidden viewpoints, and waiting for the Milky Way to rise.

Through my blog, I share the journeys, locations, and stories behind the images, inviting others to explore dark sky destinations and experience the night for themselves. I hope to eventually share these adventures through guided trips and workshops.

Browse the galleries to explore my photography, or visit the blog to follow the adventures behind each image.

Latest Adventures

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Winter Night Sky Photography in Utah’s National Parks
Winter Night Sky Photography in Utah’s National Parks

In January, I traveled across Utah’s national parks to capture winter astrophotography, photographing Delicate Arch, The Watchman, and Bryce Canyon beneath some of the darkest night skies in the world.

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Arizona Night Sky Adventure — From Sedona’s Red Rocks to the Northern Lights Over Monument Valley
Arizona Night Sky Adventure — From Sedona’s Red Rocks to the Northern Lights Over Monument Valley

In May 2024, I spent a week capturing astrophotography across Phoenix, Sedona, and Monument Valley, including a rare Northern Lights display over the Arizona desert.

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Night Sky Photography in Oregon: Crater Lake, Coast & Alyn Wallace
Night Sky Photography in Oregon: Crater Lake, Coast & Alyn Wallace

In July 2022, I traveled across Oregon for a night sky photography workshop, from Crater Lake to the Oregon Coast, chasing the Milky Way and meeting my inspiration, landscape astrophotographer Alyn Wallace.

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