The Grand Conjunction

Well, that was fun!

We’ve been watching Jupiter and Saturn ease closer for months. Knowing that this was a once in a lifetime thing, I studied up and practiced a little. In the final analysis I think it boils down to 1) stabilizing the camera, 2) focusing carefully and, 3) taking LOTS of frames of varying exposures.

This was an early test – no detail in Saturn or Jupiter

Another test from the deck, as it set over the Canyon

My best effort from 12/21, includes Saturn’s moon Titan…

Once the shooting was over, we made a group Conjunction photo before it set…

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3 Responses to “The Grand Conjunction”

Margaret Miller Says:
December 22, 2020 at 4:08 pm

I’m so grateful for these pictures, Bud.

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Ed Murray Says:
December 23, 2020 at 10:45 am

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Peace and Christmas blessings to all of you. Ed & Dianne

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cvillepam Says:
December 23, 2020 at 9:21 pm

These are wonderful. Thank you for sharing! All the best for the holidays to you and Julie! Stay safe!

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