10/08/2014
As a photography you look forward to opportunities such as a lunar eclipse and the Blood Moon. These events do not always happen at an agreeable hour. That is usually fine given the level of sacrifice (sleep) that is necessary to photography something truly beautiful. Regular followers know that I am typically up at 4 a.m. and out the door by 5 a.m. to arrive at work in St. Paul by 6 a.m. I was extremely pleases that the timing coincided with my commute into work.
I started out shooting just outside of New Trier, MN a little after 5 a.m. and caught the beginning of the lunar eclipse. It was a chilly early morn. I neglected to bring a jacket – that’s wasn’t too bright. As I stood there sipping coffee to offset the chill I reviewed the moon-set path on The Photographer’s Ephemeris. As I suspected the moon set was going to line up perfectly over the St. Paul skyline. I snapped a few more frames and then headed for the overlook off of Mounds Blvd. I wasn’t shocked to find the parking lot full. There were plenty of photographers and look-e-loos taking in the sight. I didn’t have any trouble finding a spot to setup. Out of coffee, I walked back and forth from my car to my tripod to fire off a few frames periodically. Here are a few shots from the early morning eclipse.
COOL Captures 🙂
Thank you. It was a chilly endeavor, but worth it. Fascinating sight to see.
Great shot! I didn’t have gloves handy, but then I didn’t know how to figure out where the moon would set, so just shot from my deck – at least I could go in to warm up! (Although I still don’t know where my gloves are hiding.) Next time though, expect to see me lined up with the rest of the gang – now that you have clued me into that handy website I will know where to go to line up my shots! That is so cool. Thank you for the link and, as always, for sharing your images.
Thank you. The Photographer’s Ephemeris is your best friend. One of the best tools I’ve had in my bag for some time now. It is especially helpful for traveling to places you haven’t been before, but also equally as helpful to examine those spots where you’ve been 100 times before.
Nice shots Dan! 🙂
Wonderful shots, Dan. I need to scout out a location in advance next time. My neighborhood is surrounded by trees, which meant that the moon disappeared from sight before it turned red.
Just beautiful shots…really enjoyed them. I was up with Kevin at 4 am so I saw the moon but love what these pictures bring to it.
Bravo! What a great place to capture this event- great composure!