Cleveland.com photographers captured 75 stunning images of the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, with Joshua Gunter at the Great Lakes Science Center, John Kuntz at Progressive Field, and David Petkiewicz in Public Square. The photos showcase the eclipse and the reactions of onlookers, including former Browns QB Joshua Dobbs and Cleveland Guardians players. Petkiewicz scouted locations for weeks to capture iconic images of the eclipse flanked by Terminal Tower.
With the total solar eclipse crossing North America, here are some tips for capturing the celestial event on your phone. Use a sun filter or eclipse glasses to improve photo quality, focus and adjust exposure settings for better shots, minimize movement with a tripod or timer mode, avoid excessive zooming, and remember to capture the surrounding environment and people's reactions for a complete eclipse experience.
As a total solar eclipse approaches North America on April 8, amateur photographers are gearing up to capture the rare cosmic event. NASA offers tips for photographing the eclipse, including using eclipse glasses and solar filters to protect eyes and camera equipment, experimenting with different camera settings, finding a good viewing location, and avoiding taking selfies due to potential eye damage. Additionally, photographers are encouraged to capture the unique lighting and surroundings during the eclipse, not just the celestial event itself.
Portland photographer Jay Shah captured stunning images of the Perseid meteor shower at the Peter Iredale Shipwreck along the northwest Oregon coast. His long exposure shots captured shooting stars, the Milky Way, glowing bioluminescence, and a ship on the horizon resembling a sunset. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts clear skies for the meteor shower's peak.
