While most of the population are rushing out of the darkness and into the comfort of their homes at the end of the day, photographers everywhere are heading into it with a tripod under their arm, a camera over their shoulder, and a big fat grin on their face. Why? Because night time is photographic fun time.
Even the most mundane scenes by day are transformed at night. Floodlit buildings stand out vividly against the darkening sky, neon signs flicker outside pubs, clubs and bars, and a welcoming glow radiates from every shop window. Puddles and parked cars reflect light from all around, light pollution from distant cities adds a surreal glow to the sky long after sunset is over, and passing traffic creates light trails that stretch into the distance.
It’s not just the urban landscape that looks awesome at night either. Head into the countryside and a whole host of different photo opportunities present themselves, from moonlit landscapes to the sky full of shimmering stars.
Wherever you happen to find yourself, there will always be great low-light shots to be had, and thanks to the wonders of digital technology, producing perfect results is easier now than ever before.