The Moon

Imaging Luna is perhaps the easiest and most natural point of entry for most aspiring astrophotographers. Basic shots, including those taken during lunar eclipses, are not very difficult to capture. And over time, you can learn how to enhance highlights and color variations produced by compositional differences in lunar regolith.

Moon hues. By increasing the saturation of the Moon’s natural colors and boosting the contrast between features, the lunar surface can come alive with a new perspective. The multi-colored surface seen here is a result of different soils and layers that were created and spread through both chemical and mechanical processes. Some examples of this include the bright rays deposited by impact ejecta, the vast plains created by ancient lava flows, and the darkening effects of space weathering.