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2026 Nightscaper Photo Conference: Four Corners
May 14-17, 2026
Farmington, New Mexico
2026 Nightscaper Photo Conference
May 14-17, 2026 ▪ Four Corners
Shoot for the Stars
The Nightscaper Photo Conference is an in-person event devoted to astro-landscape photographers, scientists, artists and activists who wish to enjoy and preserve the night skies.
This fourth conference brings together some of the most impactful community members to share ideas, to work with peers to craft images, and to hone techniques for responsibly studying and documenting the quiet beauty of dark skies.
It’s about you
This conference features hand-picked speakers from the Nightscaper community, the sciences, the arts, conservation groups and more. Each person has craft, ideas and passion to share so that you can level up your knowledge and skills.
It’s in the heart of dark skies
Four Corners is central to so many destinations ideal for making night photography and studying dark skies. The conference has only daytime activities (by design!) so you can go out to explore and shoot at night.
The conference will feature:
4 days of sessions and networking
more than 20 speakers, many presenting twice
35+ 1-hour sessions
small-group and one-on-one classes
lots of networking and community
4 lunches and 1 dinner
Announcements
The 2026 Nightscaper Conference will be held at the Farmington Civic Center
200 W Arrington St, Farmington, NM 87401 (Google Maps)
May 14-17, 2026
Thursday 11 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Friday 11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Confirmed Speakers for 2026
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Forest Chaput de Saintonge
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Bryony Richards
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Joshua Snow
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Derek Culver
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Ken Lee
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Jess Santos
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Cathrin Machin
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Ian Lauer
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Jaya Bajpayee
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Royce Bair
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Katrina Brown
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Gabriel Biderman
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Lance Keimig
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Matt Hill
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Tim Cooper
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Chris Nicholson
What People Are Saying about the Nightscaper Conference
“[The conference was] truly a wonderful light spot that I think we all really needed [after Covid]. I can't wait to dive into some of the talks that I didn't get to see in person and go back and re-watch the ones I did.”
— Jack Fusco
“Just a few words to congratulate you for the very successful 2021 Nightscaper Conference! I am watching presentations in streaming as we speak and they are all top class. Look forward to the opportunity of coming ‘in person’ next year!”
— Arnaldo Zannoni
“Well done. An amazing event. A great mix of speakers and a very inclusive mix of purists, [creators], artists and scientists.”
— Alyn Wallace
“I hope to attend next year in person. I really enjoyed the sessions I attended virtually and am looking forward to viewing more when the recordings are loaded. I was impressed with the smooth coordination of the live and virtual conference.”
— Meg Mosley
What People Are Saying about the Nightscaper Conference
“The conference exceeded my expectations in every way! It was truly a life-changing experience for me!”
“Great conference! It way surpassed my expectations, even if I could participate only virtually.”
— Stephan Gehring
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
nightscaper@nationalparksatnight.com