Sunday, March 19, 2017

Los Angeles Astrophotography and Night Skyline from Griffith Observatory, California

"Man's sense of values ought to be revised.

If all mankind could look through that telescope,

it would change the world!"

-- Griffith J. Griffith

These are a few of my Los Angeles astrophotography and night skyline photos from a trip to California. Even in a city filled with light pollution, the view from Griffith Observatory remains one of the most iconic places to photograph Los Angeles after sunset.

Ironically, the observatory closes at night, so I did not have much time for photography. Still, the location offered beautiful panoramic views of the city, the glowing skyline, and the famous observatory itself against the evening sky.

Los Angeles night view from Griffith Observatory in California

Los Angeles Astrophotography night view from the Griffith Observatory California

Los Angeles city skyline at night from Griffith Observatory

Los Angels city skyline at night Griffith Observatory Astrophotography

Griffith Observatory at night in Los Angeles California

Griffith Observatory at night, Los Angeles, CA

Hollywood night city lights and light pollution in Los Angeles

Night City Light pollution Hollywood

Los Angeles may not be the easiest place for traditional astrophotography, but it is still a fascinating city for photographing the night. The combination of urban light, famous landmarks, and the astronomy history of Griffith Observatory gives these images a special atmosphere.