Mineral Moon

Captured just before the partial phase of a total lunar eclipse, this image came through a brief break in the clouds, with the full Moon suspended against a textured sky at the edge of shadow.

Its color reflects what is often called a mineral Moon, revealing subtle differences across the lunar surface. Ancient lava plains rich in iron and titanium sit beside brighter highlands of different composition, turning what can seem silver to the eye into a record of geology and time.

Acquisition Gear:
Main Telescope/Lens: William Optics Fluorostar FLT 110 Refractor Telescope
Main Camera: Canon EOS Ra Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
T-Ring Adapter: Canon EOS 48mm T-Ring Adapter
Mount: Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro German Equatorial Mount
Tripod: Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro German Equatorial Mount Tripod Legs