© Benjamin De Bast · All rights reserved
© Benjamin De Bast · All rights reserved
Astrophotography — Valais, Switzerland
Where darkness becomes the canvas and light tells the story.
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About the photographer
About the photographer
I am an 18-year-old astrophotographer and student based in Valais, Switzerland — one of Europe’s most stunning dark-sky regions. Since January 2025, astrophotography has become a true passion, from planning a shoot to editing the final image.
I mainly photograph nightscapes, climbing summits above 3,000 metres to capture the sky over the Alps, and I am starting to explore deep-sky astrophotography. I also dedicated my Matura thesis to astrophotography.
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About the photographer
About the photographer
I am an 18-year-old astrophotographer and student based in Valais, Switzerland — one of Europe’s most stunning dark-sky regions. I began astrophotography in January 2025, and it quickly became a true passion. Since then, I have immersed myself in every stage of the process, from planning a shoot and capturing the night sky to editing the final image.
My work focuses mainly on nightscape photography, combining my interest in the stars with my love of the mountains. I have explored some of the darkest skies in Valais, climbing to summits above 3,000 metres to capture the night sky over alpine landscapes. I am also beginning to explore deep-sky astrophotography, discovering another side of the hobby and developing new skills along the way.
Learning has been central to this journey. I have followed courses taught by professional astrophotographers and am an active member of the Swiss Astro Imaging Association (SAIA). Both have helped me deepen my knowledge and continue improving my approach, from preparation in the field to post-processing.
I also dedicated my Matura thesis at the Lycée-Collège des Creusets to astrophotography, earning the highest possible grade of 6/6. This project strengthened my practical skills while giving me a deeper understanding of the theoretical foundations of the hobby. It allowed me to look beyond the steps involved in creating an image and better understand the principles behind them.
One highlight of my journey so far was having my Perseid meteor shower photograph selected as “Banger of the Day” and “Banger of the Week” by professional astrophotographer Anthony Lopez. This recognition has encouraged me to keep developing my work, with increasingly ambitious projects ahead and many more nights to spend exploring the mountains and the sky.
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Last updated: November 13, 2026