Fernando Braga is a Brazilian author based in Rio de Janeiro. His work combines deep technical knowledge with real-world field experience, especially in lunar, timelapse, and high-contrast photography. He is best known for creating meticulously planned images that blend science and art — including his globally recognized photo of lightning striking the head of Christ the Redeemer.
Software developer (for over 35 years), with a degree in Civil Engineering (UFRJ), specialized in Numerical Methods, and a Master’s in Mathematics (PUC-RIO), focused on Analysis and Differential Equations. Passionate about computing, mathematics, engineering, physics, and — more recently (in the past decade) — the technical aspects of photography.