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A long exposure shows stars behind a tree during the annual Perseid meteor shower
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A long exposure shows stars behind a tree during the annual Perseid meteor shower
A long exposure shows stars behind a tree during the annual Perseid meteor shower near the southern town of Mitzpe Ramon August 13, 2012. REUTERS/Amir Cohen (ISRAEL - Tags: ENVIRONMENT TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY) - GM2E88D1K5S01
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This print captures the ethereal beauty of a long exposure shot during the annual Perseid meteor shower. Taken near the southern town of Mitzpe Ramon in Israel, photographer Amir Cohen skillfully portrays a mesmerizing scene where stars twinkle behind a solitary tree. The image showcases nature's grandeur and highlights the celestial wonders that unfold above us. The composition is strikingly serene, with the tree standing tall against a backdrop of countless stars scattered across the night sky. The long exposure technique used by Cohen allows for an extended capture time, resulting in streaks of light tracing the paths of meteors as they blaze through Earth's atmosphere. These fleeting moments are frozen in time, creating an awe-inspiring visual spectacle. The annual Perseid meteor shower is known for its spectacular display of shooting stars caused by debris from Comet Swift-Tuttle burning up upon entering our planet's atmosphere. This photograph serves as a reminder of our place within the vast cosmos and invites viewers to contemplate their own connection to these celestial events. Amir Cohen's masterful photography transports us to this enchanting moment, evoking feelings of wonder and appreciation for both our natural surroundings and the mysteries that lie beyond them.
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