In this tutorial I share everything you need to get started photographing Lunar eclipses. There are also terms, blood moon, superman, wolf moon, worm moon etc.
The first lunar eclipse in 3 years in the United States is March 13-14 and this is a blood-worm moon. A worm moon, wolf moon etc is based on the time of the year. A blood moon is when the moon with turn red due to a total eclipse in the Earths Umbra. A super moon is when the moon is closer to the earth and thus appears larger.
Here is one of the many photos I made of a previous lunar eclipse. Watch the video for much more information.
Introduction
Unlike a solar eclipse, you don’t need specialized gear to view or photograph a lunar eclipse. You can use your naked eye, binoculars, a camera, or a mobile phone without special filters [00:06], [00:20].
What is a Lunar Eclipse?
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth moves between the Sun and Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon [00:52]. The moon turns red due to the Earth’s sunrises and sunsets [01:25].
Equipment
Camera Settings
Advanced Techniques
For sharper images, consider using a sky tracker to move with the moon [13:06].
Composition
Consider different shots, such as close-ups, wider shots with star trails, or including foreground elements or even a sequence [13:34].
Location
Choose a dark location away from city lights with a clear sky [14:12].
Post-Processing
I have made a tutorial on processing lunar eclipse photos in Photoshop and Lightroom [15:00].
How to photograph a Solar Eclipse
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Thanks
Colin
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