This travel blog shares road trips, adventures, and night sky photography—capturing stories, images, and moments from dark-sky parks, scenic backroads, and hidden landscapes.
Cherry Springs State Park: The Place That Sparked My Love for Night Sky Photography
Cherry Springs State Park is where my passion for night sky photography truly began. From seeing the Milky Way with my own eyes for the first time to meeting Trevor Jones of AstroBackyard, this dark sky park in Pennsylvania has shaped my entire astrophotography journey.
Arizona Night Sky Adventure — From Sedona’s Red Rocks to the Northern Lights Over Monument Valley
In May 2024, I took a week-long Arizona adventure capturing the night sky across Phoenix, Sedona, and Monument Valley — including a once-in-a-lifetime Northern Lights display over the desert.
Winter Night Sky Photography in Utah’s National Parks
In January 2024, I set out on a winter night sky photography trip across Utah’s legendary national parks. From Delicate Arch glowing under Orion in Arches, to The Watchman beneath the Milky Way in Zion, to snow-covered hoodoos in Bryce Canyon, it was an unforgettable journey through some of the darkest skies in the world.
Night Sky Photography in Oregon: Crater Lake, Coast & Alyn Wallace
In July, I traveled across Oregon for an unforgettable night sky photography workshop—from the dark skies of Crater Lake to the rugged beauty of the Oregon Coast. Along the way, I met one of my biggest inspirations, Alyn Wallace. From chasing the Milky Way to exploring hidden gems like Secret Beach and Gold Beach, this trip reshaped how I see both photography and myself.
Chasing the Northern Lights in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula – Lake Superior Night Sky Adventure
In this spring road trip through Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, I chased the Northern Lights along frozen Lake Superior, met Yooperlite hunters, visited waterfalls, and even saw the rare Zodiacal Light. Here’s everything I experienced—and why the UP is a hidden gem for night sky lovers.