Ever since I was a kid, I’ve been fascinated by all things NASA’s moon missions in the 1970s. I’ve been particularly intrigued by photographs taken by astronauts. on the way to the moon and the surface.
I recall being a novice to photography and studying the relationship between light and correct exposure. I have always been impressed by the quality of the images taken on the surface, and I cannot understand how these astronauts were able to create such a perfect exposure on the moon when I was so excited. hard to do so in his own backyard. As I learn more about lighting, I am intrigued that some conspiracy theorists claim that the prominence of shadows in photographs is an indication that the photos were made in the studio and in the light. artificial is being used. These conspiracy theorists don’t realize that although the sky is pitch-black on the moon, the pictures were taken during the day, and that explains the harsh darkness and absence of stars. stars in the sky.
This video is from Michael The Maven offers some interesting photography-based facts about the photographic process during the lunar missions. There are camera details and photography techniques that may interest you, although it’s unlikely you’ll be able to apply what you’ve learned by photographing the moon.
