Seeing the Night Sky Through New Eyes

Luke sitting on a stone overlook at night holding an iPad showing a magnified image of stars, with a Vision Nonprofit backpack beside him.

Luke’s family recently shared a moment that beautifully captures what accessible technology can make possible.

A Moment Worth Sharing

Luke was using his iPad to view the night sky, holding it up to capture the stars above him. His family shared that when you zoom in on the iPad’s display, you can see the same stars and lights the rest of the family was seeing in real time.
What could have been a moment of trying to keep up became an experience he could fully enjoy.

“His iPad lets him see the world the way we see it.”

Technology That Opens Doors

Luke uses his iPad every day at school and at home. He reads, completes assignments, explores apps, and stays engaged with tools that work best for his vision needs.
His iPad helps bridge the gap between what is difficult to see and what he wants to experience.

Building Confidence and Independence

His family shared that he has also been incredibly responsible with his AirPods, something they are proud of and grateful for.
Small tools can make a big difference when a child is navigating the world with low vision.
The combination of accessible technology and growing independence is helping Luke learn, grow, and enjoy meaningful moments like this one.

“Thank you for providing this opportunity for him to grow and experience the same sights we do.”

Why These Moments Matter

When families share their stories, they remind us why this mission is so important.
Every time a child uses their device to participate, explore, or experience something fully, the impact is real.

Thank You for Making This Possible

We are grateful to Luke’s family for sharing this memory, and to everyone who supports Vision Nonprofit.
Your generosity helps children with low vision see more of the world, one moment at a time.

eric hintz
Eric Hintz is a design focused experienced shooter, producer, director, and editor passionate about life and culture. Eric currently lives in Cincinnati, Ohio with his awesome wife Jillian and rambunctious puppy Corbin. In 2005, Eric graduated from the College Conservatory of Music (CCM) at the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Electronic Media. During his academic career he was a Production Assistant for the Electronic Media Division where he assisted professors and students with media related issues, productions, and technologies. While also working for the UC Presentation Services and Technologies Group assisting in field production and support of streaming media events. In 2004 Eric was selected as the sole recipient for a one year student exchange program, sponsored by Procter & Gamble, that recognized a UC Electronic Media major who exhibited a strong interest in global media industries. The program consisted of a 6 month study at the Ludwig-Maximillians University as well as an internship at Bayerischer Rundfunk, a public broadcasting company, in Munich, Germany. Eric has also worked on, filmed, produced and edited various projects including independent films, music videos, commercials, sporting events, and corporate videos. He just wrapped up a behind the scenes promo piece for 513{eats} and a music video for Switchblade Scarlett - Check out the Recent Work section for more. An important aspect of his life includes family and friends. He also enjoys photography, graphic design, reading, cooking and travel.
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