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Arcana: The Milky Way Arch Over the Cuckmere Cottages

Arcana: The Milky Way Arch Over the Cuckmere Cottages

A sweeping arch of Milky Way stars spans the sky above quaint Cuckmere cottages, Sussex, under a lens of vivid night.

Cuckmere Haven, East Sussex, England
29 March 2025

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Cropping: Some cropping may occur depending on the size you choose.

Colour: Colours may vary from screen to print.

Returns: No refunds, but damaged items will be replaced.

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About This Photo

This image means a lot to me. It’s the first time I’ve ever captured a full Milky Way arch — and I couldn’t have asked for a better place to do it than Cuckmere. There’s something about this spot that just feels like home when I’m behind the camera.

This was a late March night, and it took a bit of work to get it right — stitching the sky, balancing the foreground. I didn’t even realise how good it was going to be until I saw the test shots on the back of the camera. Then it all clicked — this was the one. From the classic white cottages to the Seven Sisters cliffs and that perfect arch above… it all just came together like a puzzle I didn’t even know I was solving.

I wanted to capture not just the Milky Way, but the feeling of standing there that night — the quiet, the vastness of the sky, and the way those cottages seem to sit so peacefully under it all. It’s a scene that really speaks to me about the beauty of our world, both up above and down here on Earth. When you look at this photograph, I want you to feel that magic—the quiet vastness of the South Downs night sky, with Cuckmere Haven's iconic coastguard cottages nestled beneath a complete Milky Way arch stretching from horizon to horizon. A total of 10 photos were used to create this final image — 6 for the foreground and 4 for the Milky Way sky.

Printing Options

Prints

This photo is available in a range of sizes, as a print on Fujicolor Professional DP II Lustre photographic paper. This paper has a semi-matte finish that enhances the colours and details of the photo, while also providing excellent resistance to fading and fingerprints.

Canvas

A timeless classic, canvas prints are a great way to display your favourite photos. Each photo is printed on 350gsm cotton-polyester canvas, hand-stretched over a 38mm deep frame, and finished with a protective varnish.

Glass

If you want something modern and eye-catching with a real wow factor, glass is the perfect choice. With extraordinary depth and clarity, my work really shines on this medium. Each photo is UV printed to the glass, giving you a vibrant and vivid result.

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