# Incredible Daybreak Photography The National Geographic Team Captures the Stunning Norway Aurora By Jordy E | Published 2012-03-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norway-aurora References: [news.nationalgeographic](http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2012/01/pictures/120125-solar-storm-auroras-northern-lights-earth-space-pictures/) A group of talented space weather science experts have captured Norway’s aurora display this past February in the Lyngan Alps, a beautiful setting located within the Tromso region. Witness to a coronal mass ejection (CME), or rather a [solar eruption](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-cruise-voyages) of charged particles and heated gas, the natural occurrence was responsible for the largest solar storm since 2003. The pictures reveal that aside from being a remarkable scientific exhibit, the Norway Aurora was also a breathtaking occurrence. Although the CME phenomenon may sound like a cause for concern, the process has actually been responsible for creating the [northern and southern lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stratosplash). As such, the crews privy to the [Norway aurora](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeitgeist-20) got to witness a spectacular galactic display. The electric greens, blues and purples released by the eruption were nothing short of prodigious, and moreover provide a clear cut reason for why it is that artists consistently emulate these events. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Aurora Photography:** Opportunity to capture and showcase the beauty and natural occurrence of aurora displays in various locations around the world. - **Space Weather Science:** Opportunity to study and understand the phenomenon of coronal mass ejections (CME) and their impact on Earth's atmosphere. - **Astro-tourism:** Opportunity to develop tourism packages and experiences centered around witnessing aurora displays and other celestial events. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop specialized photography equipment and techniques for capturing aurora displays. - **Scientific Research:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to advance the research and understanding of space weather and its effects on Earth. - **Travel and Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create unique travel experiences and packages for Astro-Tourism enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Interactive Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-aurora.md) - [Festive Light Painting Techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-painting-1.md) - [Winter Light Art Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nordic-lights.md) - [Physics-Based Artful Light Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aura-collection-1.md) - [Immersive Space Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-the-light.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Eclipse Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-eclipse-poster.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Orb Lighting Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-island.md) - [Northern Lights-Inspired Aluminum Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-edition.md)