Science Quickly An Astronaut Shares His Passion for Space Photography—Live, from the ISS Cupola
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Jul 7, 2025 
Matthew Dominick, an astronaut and former commander of NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 mission, shares his breathtaking experiences from the International Space Station. He discusses the unique challenges of capturing stunning sunset photographs and the specialized equipment required. Dominick's passion for space photography, influenced by his father's Air Force background, shines through as he reflects on the beauty of Earth from above. He also touches on the bittersweet nature of returning home after experiencing life in orbit.
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Matthew's Photography Journey
- Matthew Dominick shares his lifelong exposure to photography through his father and NASA training.
- He feels a strong responsibility to share space's beauty with the world via photography.
Space Offers Unique Photo Conditions
- Space offers multiple daily golden hours due to 90-minute orbits, ideal for photography.
- However, shooting through ISS windows and rapid orbit speed pose unique challenges.
Master Photography Basics First
- Master photography basics to handle varying space lighting conditions effectively.
- NASA trains astronauts on these to capture artistic and technical images in space.