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Vancouver Island, Canada - ESA astronaut Tim Peake took this image from the International Space Station during his six-month Principia mission. He commented: "Sun glint striking Vancouver Island, Canada." Professional photographer Max Alexander has known Tim Peake from before his launch into space and gave Tim photography tips during his mission. Max comments: "Tim has exquisitely captured the sun's 'glint' as it moves around the Earth, which catches the water along the way. This is a tough shot to make - to get the 'right' exposure in a high contrast situation - and Tim has expertly pitched the tones just right here." Follow Tim Peake via timpeake.esa.int - United Kingdom, Northern Lights and stars - ESA astronaut Tim Peake took this image from the International Space Station during his six-month Principia mission. He commented: "I recognise that place!" Professional photographer Max Alexander has known Tim Peake from before his launch into space and gave Tim photography tips during his mission. Max comments: "Lights on the ground, lights in the sky and lights in space make up this dazzling image. The United Kingdom and Ireland are immediately recognisable; the purples and greens of the Aurora Borealis shine to the north; and stars glow overhead.