# Breathtaking Constellation Stills Ben Canales Shoots a Galaxy of Stars in Movement By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-12-22 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-canales References: [amusingplanet](http://www.amusingplanet.com/2010/12/star-trails-by-ben-canales_20.html) & [thestartrail](http://www.thestartrail.com/) Ben Canales is a previous city-dweller whose lack of adequate [star gazing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaonis-hyperia) has resulted in this astounding series of [star stills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1). Throughout his childhood, Ben Canales rarely got a good view of the stars due to light pollution in the city. Moving to a less crowded area has caused him to deeply appreciate constellations. This series, entitled 'Star Trails,' will spark a similar appreciation in you. Ben Canales captures [diamond-studded skies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stratosplash) that are sure to have you gazing for hours. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Astro-photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced camera technology to capture intricate details of star constellations. - **Dark Sky Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create travel experiences that cater to individuals seeking pristine star gazing opportunities. - **Stargazing Apps:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design mobile applications that enhance the stargazing experience by providing real-time constellation information. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop specialized astrophotography equipment for capturing stunning star stills. - **Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish eco-friendly resorts in dark sky regions to attract stargazing enthusiasts. - **Mobile Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Engineer smartphone accessories for astrophotography and stargazing enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celestial Photography Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-identification-camera.md) - [Smart Astrophotography Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seestar-s30.md) - [Crystal-Clear Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-telescopes.md) - [Festive Light Painting Techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-painting-1.md) - [Nightsky-Observing Clear-Top Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-view-tent.md) - [Miniature Astronomy Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-planetarium.md) - [Consumer-Grade Connective Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equinox-2.md) - [Tree Branch-Formed Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-attraction.md) - [Illuminated Curtained Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/making-the-invisible-visible.md)