Science North

Try different lighting. Early mornings, golden hours, sunsets, and overcast days can create unique pictures. Try finding different textures, patterns, and shapes to create interesting pictures. (+)pic.twitter.com/z8Ox4htdOg

Fill the frame. Get close (if it’s safe) or zoom in to really focus on what you want your subject to be. Try black and white, either by using film or using editing software. Try different angles. What if you take the picture from below or above. (+)pic.twitter.com/7cP5j0OuvQ

All of Camille's photos were taken in the same area, but she played around with different techniques to get different shots. Here are five fun photography tricks that you can try! (+)pic.twitter.com/i9wUoG5541

Staff Scientist & Photographer Camille Tremblay Beaulieu went out with her phone to take some pics and show us some tricks! Don’t feel limited by your equipment - phones have great cameras that can do a lot more than we give them credit for. (+)pic.twitter.com/gEYVMFJxls

Today is #NaturePhotographyDay. Nature photography is not only fun but also a great way to learn more about local ecosystems and species. Join us in going outside, exploring, and taking some pictures! (+)pic.twitter.com/aM9GfwyiOi

Virtual Star Parties are back! We're celebrating the summer solstice by talking about how AI is helping us explore Mars. Our special guest, @CosmicRaymond, is a NASA JPL engineer and grew up in Sudbury. Join us Sat, Jun 19, at 7 pm. Register here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/158732010717 pic.twitter.com/pXbbUa9yYf

Today we mailed over 5,000 Take Home STEM kits to schools in Northwestern Ontario, thanks to a sponsorship from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization. Our STEM kits are filled with materials and instructions for students to create science experiments! pic.twitter.com/DmW5OTSgIJ

Did you miss the annular solar eclipse this morning? The New Moon covered the Sun's center, leaving its outer edges to form a ring of fire. Go to https://www.timeanddate.com/live/eclipse-solar-2021-june-10 … to watch our stream from Dynamic Earth. The next one will happen in 2024!pic.twitter.com/YQmwf6B77C

We are all set to live stream the partial annular solar eclipse this Thursday, June 10! In Greater Sudbury, the sun will rise at 5:31 am at nearly maximum eclipse, which will occur at 5:45 am. To view the eclipse in person, find a high spot with a good view of 56° NE. (+)pic.twitter.com/qPgsYDhPmK

Join us this Wed at 12pm for another Creature Features with @LittleRaysNC. All about Archosaus - a big group of reptiles that includes crocodiles, dinosaurs, and birds - extant and extinct! A barn owl and a spectacle caiman are our honorable guests. https://youtu.be/20sGb4OpX_E pic.twitter.com/jJ0KArFs0C

Guess who is turning five? Tune into our stories as our Bluecoats spoil the birthday beaver today. They'll be sharing more of Kash's day and answering your questions! Join us in sending Kash your birthday wishes! pic.twitter.com/72LppDfkTF

In the afternoon at 2 pm, you'll have a chance to stump our scientists with your most challenging scientific questions and join the select group of people whose names are engraved on the highly coveted "Science Stump Trophy"! Register at http://sciencenorth.eventbrite.com .pic.twitter.com/SfsxhlqVsi

Are your kids looking for something to do this coming PA Day? Join us on June 11 for live science shows! Staff Scientist Melissa is ready to explore some explosive chemical and physical reactions at 10 am. (+)pic.twitter.com/F2gNnCSDiw

Have you given vaccines a shot yet? Join us in a trivia-style game session this Friday where experts will answer your questions about vaccines and COVID-19. EN 10 am : https://youtu.be/LjDqpNMeUn8  FR 1 pm: https://youtu.be/ReYyRg4xys0 pic.twitter.com/n6uLkeYkf8

Great news! We partnered with the @OntScienceCtr to help you gear up for outdoor exploration this summer! Join us on June 2 at 2 pm to learn all about nature in Ontario. https://youtu.be/J7UTfIbQx1I pic.twitter.com/ADTK0yH9sV