Luna

25Dec05

The more time I spend observing the Moon, the more fascinated I become with lunar geology and surface features. For being a rather barren place it sure has a great deal to offer. Here’s a recent series of afocal photos taken with a Canon 20D and powered by my venerable 10″ dobsonian. .

On the Limb

Langrenus, Vendelinus, Petavius & Fernerius on the limb.

Maria

Mmm. Maria.

Copernicus

Centered on Copernicus. At the far left, the Hortensius volcanic domes are visible.

Montes Apenninus

Eratosthenes and the Montes Apenninus.

Copernicus, Eratosthenes

Copernicus, Eratosthenes and co.

Clavius

Target: Clavius.

Lovely shadowing

Get the spackle!

Ejecta Streak

The ejecta from Tycho (out of the frame) prominently spans across the lunar surface.

If you have the time, equipment, and motivation, give the Lunar 100 a shot.

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One Response to “Luna”  

  1. 1 scarlet_35

    awesome pictures :)

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