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Astrophotographer Owain Scullion's pursuit of an award-winning Milky Way image above Aoraki, New Zealand, presented significant challenges, including navigating steep, rocky, and snow-covered terrain in winter conditions. The journey tested his endurance and decision-making, requiring technical expertise and careful timing. Scullion used an astro-modified Fujifilm X-T30 camera for the shot, which was selected for Capture the Atlas' 2026 Milky Way Photographer of the Year collection. His goal was to combine his passion for mountains, adventure, and New Zealand landscapes.
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The Milky Way photograph above Aoraki was a demanding challenge for astrophotographer Owain Scullion.
Scullion navigated difficult winter conditions, including steep terrain and snow-covered slopes.
The image, titled 'Aoraki Mt Cook', was selected for the 2026 Milky Way Photographer of the Year collection.
Scullion used a Fujifilm X-T30 Astro-modified camera for the night sky photography.