The moonnatural satellite of the earth, is the largest and brightest object in the night sky of the planet.
This satellite is wrapped in multiple myths. In The ancestral traditions of the Mayan culturerepresents an important element, because Grandma Luna is considered: a symbol of female energy, the mystical and wisdom. In addition, according to some beliefs, the moon influences both the body and emotions of people.
Beyond these beliefs, Many people, fascinated by this satellite, wish to obtain a memorable photograph of the moon.
This project can be challenging; However, photographers of Free press Juan Diego González and Erick Ávila They share their recommendations to achieve a good image and take the opportunity to capture the Blood Moon next March 13.
Tips for photographing the moon
1. Plan in advance
If you want to increase the chances of taking a good photograph of the moon, The planning of the place from where it will capture it is essential. Try to be far from the city, since artificial light can affect the image quality.
2. Find the ideal point
There are applications such as Skyview, available both for Android either IOSthat can help you know in which position the moon will be at the time you want to photograph it. In the case of Eclipse lunar, the maximum point will be at 00.59 hours on March 14. The following minutes will be ideal to capture the blood moon.
In addition, the moon is not only visible at night, you can try to take the photos at different times to practice.
3. Use a tripod or a support point
When taking night photographs, it is essential to minimize any camera movement. Therefore, whether using camera or cell phone, use a tripod or a support point to avoid vibrations. To improve quality, you can use the timer and thus avoid touching the device when shooting.
4. Adjust your camera configuration
González recommends keeping the ISO as low as possible, the diaphragm in medium value and low speed. Ávila shares the following configuration:
- ISO: 100
- Speed: 1/125 or 1/200
- Diaphragm: F/5.6. If the image looks very clear, you can upload it AF/6.
Photographers recommend using Telefoto lenses, which already have cell phone compatible versions. In addition, the most recent phones allow similar configurations, so it can take them as a reference.
5. Look for inspiration and practice
Finding inspiration in other photographs of the moon can be useful to plan your take. In addition, include people or objects to achieve a different composition: think about how to make the image creative. It can include a monument, a building or any other element that identifies photography with a place.
Finally, the best way to prepare to achieve a perfect image of the Moon is to practice and experiment.
