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Pre-Con Events


We have a fair amount of fun happening before the Night Photo Summit begins on February 2. From conversations to talks, see all the events below you can enjoy and engage with during January.

How We Got the Shots Panel

On January 26, Benjamin Barakat, Melissa F. Kaelin, Andrew McCarthy, Brandon Nesbitt and Jess Santos each shared a night photo from their portfolio and told the story behind the shot—everything from the circumstances in the field, to gear they used, to post-production techniques to finish the job. See the methods behind the madness of images of silky star trails, auroras, the sun, lightning over Gateway Arch, and a blue-hour blend.

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NPAN Conversations on Instagram Live

Visit summit organizer National Parks at Night on Instagram Live, as host Gabriel Biderman talks with speakers about … well, whatever you want! Each installment will feature a different speaker. And you can join in the chat!

At the times and dates listed below, head to the National Parks at Night Instagram feed. Check back for newly announced dates.

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Anthony Sleiman

Tuesday, January 16
8 p.m. EST

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Benjamin Barakat

Friday, January 19
11 a.m. EST

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Dan Zafra

Saturday, January 20
11 a.m. EST

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Jessica Rojas

Sunday, January 21
2 p.m. EST

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Kerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn

Tuesday, January 23
8 p.m. EST

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