Sunil Sharma Photography

Two ways to look at Trona Pinnacles. Which perspective draws you in more? 👇

Is it the immersive wide-angle view, showing the full scale of this alien landscape? Or is it the more focused crop that centers all the swirling star trails directly over the single tufa, making you feel completely lost in the desert night?
I took my Sony a1 and a 20mm lens out for a mid-April trip, patiently watching the stars swirl one exposure at a time. The desert silence, the crisp night air, and watching those star trails perfectly frame the center spire made the lack of sleep entirely worth it. 🌌

👉 Swipe to see both edits, and the powerful unedited single exposure that started it all!
Which perspective are you feeling: View A (Wide) or View B (Crop)? Drop your vote in the comments!

Sometimes the best shots come from the most spontaneous decisions. Made a sudden trip out to my absolute favorite place on Earth just to catch the Milky Way rising over Tunnel View. Standing in the quiet of the valley floor while the galactic core lines up perfectly over El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall never gets old. There is truly nothing like the magic of Yosemite under a blanket of stars. ✨🌌
Gear: Sonya1 + 14mm f1.8 GM + MSM tracker
Sky was tracked for 2-3 minutes and blend with foreground.

Behold the Eastern Screech Owl, a true marvel of nature. The first photo reveals its sharp focus as dusk descends. The second photo highlights its extraordinary capacity to blend into the background, a remarkable adaptation that ensures its survival. This tiny owl is a shining example of resilience and determination.

Gear: Sony a1. 🎭