Argentina 2019

We traveled to Buena Vista, Argentina for the July 2, 2019 Total Solar Eclipse.

“Baileys Beads” – Caused by sunlight streaming through multiple valleys on the Moon
Totality – The Chromosphere and solar prominences shine on the left edge of the Sun
“Totality” – A composite image of the solar corona and prominences during maximum eclipse
The “Diamond Ring” – Caused by the last rays of sunlight streaming through a valley on the Moon

Oregon 2017

We viewed the August 21, 2017 Total Solar Eclipse from the center line, on the side of a highway north of Madras, Oregon.

A composite image showing the progression of the eclipse from beginning – “first contact” – to end – “fourth contact”.
An intentionally overexposed image of the eclipse taken during totality, showing hints of detail on the lunar surface
A composite image taken during totality showing red prominence