The bright star Vega approaches the zenith in the image.
Date: August 15, 2012
Location: Pearson College Observatory, Metchosin, BC
Optics: Canon EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM with Hoya Softener A Filter
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Exposure: One single exposure of 20 seconds, f/2.8, ISO 3200