"5 Tips for Safely Photographing the 'Ring of Fire' Annular Solar Eclipse"

On October 14, North America will experience an annular solar eclipse, also known as a "ring of fire." To photograph the eclipse, you will need solar eclipse glasses and solar filters for your camera or smartphone. The best location for capturing the eclipse will be along the path stretching from Oregon through Texas. For close-up shots, use a telephoto lens and focus on the edge of the moon. For wide-angle shots, use a tripod and a wide-angle lens with a solar filter. Practice the technique of capturing a sequence ahead of time. Smartphone photography is possible but may yield rudimentary results.