A photographer spent his night on a mountain in southern Kelowna and because of his dedication, captured some amazing photographs of the aurora borealis.
Well after night fall on June 1, once the skies had darken, Kelowna photographer Roman Bartos embarked on his journey to capture the magic of the northern lights over the city.
"Wow, it was worth every minute of the wait," said Bartos.
He said the group of people who had gathered at the lookout in south Kelowna had high hopes for a dazzling display as the sky was clear and the forecast was promising.
Unfortunately, as it began the aurora's activity was high but the density was zero until well after midnight, said Bartos.
"Most viewers came out hoping to catch a glimpse of the colourful skies but left before anything really began."
At approximately 12:45 p.m. those who remained got a small tease, he said.
"A faint shimmer dancing across the sky. Then, silence again," said Bartos.
Then, at 1:45 a.m., the skies opened up and the show began.
"Curtains of green and purple tones began dancing across the stars, slowly building into a breathtaking display."
He stayed on the mountain, filming, photographing and enjoying the show until after 3 a.m.
"Sometimes, nature makes you wait, but when she delivers, it’s pure magic."
