Fall, winter, digital downloads, holidays and more

Jeremy Likness
Nov 19
9 min read

I was in the team room chatting with a co-worker when my phone started buzzing like crazy. I glanced down and saw an unfamiliar icon—the Aurora app. The KP index was at 8.33.

Ever had someone ask, “What’s the KPI in your area?”

Well, this wasn’t about business metrics.

The last geomagnetic storm was quite the display!

Aurora in Redmond

The KP (planetary K-index) is a global scale from 0 to 9, similar to the Richter scale, measuring geomagnetic activity. The higher the number, the more solar wind has shoved Earth’s magnetic field toward the equator—giving those of us at lower latitudes a rare chance to see the aurora. The last time it hit this level, we had the third most intense geomagnetic storm in recorded history.

I dropped everything and bolted outside. Miles later—minus a jacket and a beanie—I stumbled back into the hotel with one experimental shot I liked (I’m always testing new styles) and a faint hint of aurora.

Here’s the street shot:

And here’s my best attempt at the aurora. I boosted the green so it pops—this one’s not destined for print.

That’s just one of my many adventures. Winter is my favorite season: long nights, crisp air, and celestial targets you only get this time of year. But yeah—it’s cold.

Did you catch the aurora? Snap a photo? Let me know!

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On-Demand Prints & Digital Downloads

After much deliberation—and many requests—I decided to make a compromise. I capture thousands of images, and often someone falls in love with a photo I haven’t printed yet. Others prefer to print their own keepsake and want a high-quality digital version.

To make this easier, I’ve opened an on-demand shop with the same trusted vendor I use for my large metal prints: Printique. In this store, you can:

Browse a curated library of my astrophotography images.
Order prints in a variety of formats and sizes.
Purchase a one-time license to download a digital copy for personal use.

NOTE: I will not offer any of my curated "fine art" pieces in this format. In other words, if you've seen a specific piece I printed and shared at an exhibition or show, or if you've collected any of my certified pieces in the past, they will remain unique, limited or single run editions.

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Around Town

Sometimes it's hard to picture what a piece will look like on your wall, or you wonder about the color quality, weight, and size. If you're curious, I have several pieces around town you can visit to see my work in person. Here is a brief guide to "what's where" around town.

Thor's Helmet

Some things need to be seen to be believed. I can't explain Thor's Helmet, and pictures won't do it justice. This is one of the few pieces I insist you experience in person. It's a 3 ft. x 3 ft. hologram surrounded by a hand-carved wood frame that gives it the appearance of being an old portal into distant space. I scanned my nebula data, used an algorithm to project it into three dimensions, split it into layers, and had it lenticular printed.

Location: Brian McEneny's Wood Carving Gallery, Seal Rock (as part of A Little Taste of FROS).

The Lit House

A glowing tribute to the Oregon Coast after dark. This unique and colorful piece captures the Yaquina Head Lighthouse illuminated by the brilliant glow of rippling aurora. Ironically, you can't see the coast in this coastal shot because of the Northern Lights! It is a light, easy to handle standout print. I was happy to hear that our local chamber would host it in their space. Stop by to see the piece, stay to create connections with an amazing and supportive community.

Location: Chamber of Commerce Building, Newport.

Bright Perspective

Imagine this as a 30" x 40" ChromaLuxe metal print

Taken the same night as "Lit House, the scene bursts with color and drama—the iconic arched bridge stretches gracefully across the frame, its silhouette mirrored perfectly in the still water below. Above, the night sky ignites with an ethereal aurora: deep magentas blending into vibrant greens, fading into the indigo of a star-speckled sky. The reflections of city lights ripple like molten jewels, adding warmth to the cool cosmic tones.

This is a Bright Perspective.

On metal, this image glows with unparalleled depth and vibrancy. The glossy finish makes the aurora shimmer as if alive, while the crisp detail of the bridge and its reflection anchors the composition in bold contrast. At 30" x 40", the sheer scale will pull you in—every curve of the arches, every subtle gradient of color, every star feels immersive. It’s not just a print; it’s a portal to a night where Earth and sky collided in color and light. Most of you won't find this one unless you have some physical therapy needs. It's hanging out at the amazing Claire Barton's physical therapy space by Agate beach. If it hasn't sold by then, I will move it into the exhibition for the Oregon Coast after dark in Lincoln City next year.

Location: Claire Barton physical therapy, Newport.

The Moolack Vantage

Taken from Moolack Beach, this image frames the Pacific under a blanket of stars, with subtle reflections dancing on the water. The galactic core of the Milky Way towers above the horizon like a celestial cathedral, glowing in rich hues of amber,

violet, and magenta. Every dust lane and nebula is rendered in exquisite detail, creating a sense of infinite depth. Below, the Oregon coastline lies shrouded in mist, with a distant beacon casting a soft glow—an earthly anchor beneath the grandeur of the cosmos.

Mounted behind crystal-clear acrylic on metallic photo paper, the Moolack Vantage radiates brilliance and dimensionality. The glossy surface amplifies color vibrancy and gives the impression that the stars are suspended in space, while the post-mount design creates a floating effect that feels modern and elegant. At 30" x 40", the scale is immersive—this isn’t just a photograph; it’s a window into the heart of our galaxy.

Location: Next to Thor's Helmet at Brian McEneny's Gallery, in Seal Rock.

The Snow Moon Triptych

If you love the moon, you’ll love Little Taste of FROS, right next to Brian’s gallery. I share space with incredible artists, but my own theme is unmistakably lunar.

Here, you’ll find dye-sublimated metal prints of my most dramatic moon captures—like the total lunar eclipse shot through rain, the Dawn Craters (one of my sharpest close-ups of the lunar surface), and my first solar eclipse metal print: The Proposal.

What you won’t see? The first 3-foot crescent moon print I created after upgrading to my Sony camera—it sold at its debut show. I followed that success with something bolder: a 5-foot brushed metal lunar print, crafted by blending four ultra-high-resolution panels into one seamless image. It was so sharp you could study the surface inches away or admire it from across the room. I called it: Stealing the Moon. That piece sold quickly at Little Taste of FROS and now resides in Alaska, waiting to become the centerpiece of a new home.

Also on display: a triptych of the February Snow Moon—three 16" x 20" metal panels capturing the first, middle, and last frames of the moon setting behind the marine layer past Gull Rock as the vessel The Dauntless drifted by. This serene yet powerful composition is offered as a set.

Location: Little Taste of FROS, Seal Rock.

Orion's Excalibur

I know—Excalibur and Orion are two very different legends from different times. They don’t belong together.

LRGB 100% LEFT, TOP SHO 100% RIGHT, BOTTOM

But hear me out.

I’ve been imaging the bright nebulae that form the “sword” beneath Orion’s belt for years. I’ve produced many variations, but this is the first one I felt worthy of a large-format piece. While I didn’t capture an enormous amount of exposure time, I did collect several hours under pristine conditions.

My setup allowed me to take hours of 3–5 minute exposures using filters for luminance, red, green, blue, hydrogen-alpha, sulfur II, and oxygen III. One challenge I’ve faced with this image is blending broadband and narrowband data. Broadband offers rich texture and natural color, while narrowband reveals intricate structures—but combining them often loses detail.

So this time, I tried something different: a gradient blend. The upper left of the image is pure broadband (LRGB), while the lower right is pure narrowband using the Hubble palette. The transition is linear, so the diagonal center is a perfect 50/50 mix of both worlds.

I present you the clearest, most detailed metal print of the Orion nebula I know of.

Excellent. Caliber. Excalibur?

Location: Little taste of FROS, Seal Rock.

Reflections

It's no surprise to me that my first photograph of the Milky Way reflected in water happened during a special trip. My first Milky Way shot ever was taken in the Paint Mines north of Colorado City in Colorado. It was my wife's birthday, and my daughter knew I had started astrophotography so she surprised me with the opportunity to shoot from a dark site. On another trip, I took a few one-of-a-kind photos on Grand Cayman while our friends celebrated an anniversary by going on their 300th dive. Doreen and I were celebrating 26 years of marriage by heading to central Oregon and enjoying the piece and quiet of Lake Suttle. I crept out after dark with my camera not knowing what to expect. I was rewarded with some amazing shots including the reflection of the Milky Way over the still surface of the lake. This print is amazing on metal and you can see it in Seal Rock.

Location: Little taste of FROS, Seal Rock.

I hope you are able to stop by and see these pieces. I love to hear your feedback and suggestions. Also note that any photograph I've taken is a candidate for a print, so if you see something you like but it's not part of my collection, please reach out and let me know! I can work with you to determine the right medium and size and produce a custom, one-of-a-kind print for you.

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Did you hear about the astrophotographer who was trying to capture C/2025 A6 (Lemmon)? When the reporter asked them how things are going, they replied, "No comet."

Although I did not capture a picture to rival some of my favorites from the past, I didn't come up completely empty-handed:

Happy Fall!

I'm going to wrap things up here. I'm working on my annual year-end video and putting together some night sky photography guides and courses that I'll be releasing in the coming year. I wish you a very blessed Thanksgiving and hope to share some more thoughts in December.

Until then, wishing you clear skies!