As astronomy enthusiasts from across WA, Australia and the world come to the Gascoyne to witness the upcoming solar eclipse, they will also be able to take a look at works from some of the State’s most talented astrophotographers at the Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery.
Visions of the Cosmos: Visionary Astrophotography is an exhibit which will feature a collection of West Australian astrophotography nighttime landscapes, constellations, deep space, planets, time-lapse images and of course, solar eclipse photography.
Organiser Dr John Goldsmith said astrophotography was all about finding new ways to look at our night sky, and he looked forward to sharing these examples with guests.
“As photographers, we love to document these amazing events, they often happen in fairly remote areas, and then through the exhibition we get to share them with the broader community,” he said.
Dr Goldsmith said his favourite piece was a photo featuring the Milky Way over Lake Ballard, near Kalgoorlie, featuring one of its well-known statues.
“It’s just a remarkable image,” he said.
For astrophotographers, moments like the upcoming eclipse are experiences to be treasured, and bring together likeminded stargazers from many corners of the globe.
“Total solar eclipses attract visitors from around the world . . . there’s going to be many international visitors, people from WA and around Australia as well.
“It’s definitely a highlight, astronomical events can be extraordinarily beautiful and memorable.”
The images will also be featuring in a book of the same name as the exhibition, which will launched at the same time.
The exhibition will launch the Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery on April 14 and run until May 20.
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The global computational photography market was valued at USD 12.8 Billion in 2022 and it is anticipated to grow up to USD 19.3 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period.
Computational photography is a field of computer science that deals with the construction of digital images. It is a relatively new field that has arisen out of the need to process the ever-increasing amount of digital image data being generated by modern cameras and other imaging devices.
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“Ask Anna” is a sex column. Because of the nature of the topic, some columns contain language some readers may find graphic.
Dear Anna,
OMG, my crush just slid into my DMs and we’ve been chatting nonstop for the past week! I’m sooo into him, but I don’t know if he feels the same way. How do I know if he’s interested in me or just being friendly? Should I make a move or wait for him to make a move? — Seriously Over Stimulated
Dear SOS,
First of all, congrats on getting your crush’s attention and hitting it off so well! When you’re a teenager, which I’m presuming you are, it’s pretty much the most exciting thing ever.
Per your question, it can be pretty difficult to tell if someone is just being friendly or if they’re interested in you romantically, especially online.
One way to gauge their interest is to pay attention to the way they “talk” to you in these messages. Are they using flirty emojis or dropping hints about wanting to hang out in person? Do they seem genuinely interested in getting to know you on a deeper level, or are they just making small talk? These could be signs that they’re interested in you romantically.
But the only bona fide (bone-a-fide?) way of knowing whether someone’s into you is to make a move. I know, scary! But the reward is usually worth the risk. Plus, you don’t need to, like, hire a lute player to serenade him or place a trail of rose petals from his locker to yours. (Though major romance points if you do go that route!)
If you’re feeling brave, try asking your crush out on a casual one-on-one hang, like grabbing coffee or going for a walk. This will give you a chance to get to know each other a little better in person and see if there’s a spark.
But if you’re not ready to make a move yet, that’s totally OK too. You can always continue chatting with him and getting to know him, and see if things escalate (that is, see if he builds up the courage to make a move).
Dear Anna,
My partner (29F) keeps stealing my (33F) socks! I don’t know what to do — every time I do laundry, half of my socks are missing. I don’t know if she just legitimately doesn’t know which socks are hers or if she just doesn’t think it matters, but I know they’re not just getting lost in the wash. My feet are cold! How do I get my partner to stop taking my socks without starting a fight? — Dire Effects For Every Evolving Thing
Dear DEFEET,
Congratulations on the greatest advice question ever written. You’ve completely imploded the expression “cold feet” and have brought to light an issue (queer people stealing each other’s clothes to the irritation of their partners) that almost never gets its due diligence.
As an avid clothes-stealer, I apologize on behalf of our kind. Sometimes I steal my partner’s clothes because I’m bored with what I have and hers are shiny and novel by comparison. Sometimes it’s laziness. Sometimes I want to feel close to her and wearing her things makes me feel special and insider-y (literally).
First, try having a lighthearted conversation with your partner about her sock habits and find out what her intentions are (if any). Maybe she doesn’t even realize she’s taking your socks or thinks it’s a harmless habit. You could make a joke about starting a sock-sharing system or suggest buying matching socks to avoid confusion.
If that doesn’t work, you could try labeling your socks with your initials or a specific color so that they’re easier to identify. This way, your partner will know that those socks belong to you and are not up for grabs.
Also, socks do end up lost in the wash, even when nobody is attempting great sock heists. If the issue is just that your partner doesn’t have enough to begin with and resorts to stealing yours out of necessity, then go sock shopping together. You can even get passive aggressive ones that say “thief” on them to remind her of her inexcusable transgressions. I kid.
Remember that the most important thing is to approach the issue with a sense of humor and open communication. Try not to get too worked up over a few missing socks — in the grand scheme of things, it’s a small problem that can be easily solved with a bit of teamwork and compromise.
Dear Anna,
My boyfriend frequently comments on the physical attractiveness of other women, including celebrities and people on Instagram, and it’s really starting to hurt my feelings. I feel like it’s disrespectful, especially because I don’t make similar comments about men in front of him. Do you think I’m overreacting, or is it reasonable to expect my boyfriend to be more considerate of my feelings? — Photo Insecurities Coming Strong
Dear PICS,
It depends. Have you told him to knock off the comments and he does it anyway? Or have you not mentioned it to him and are silently simmering every time he drools over Cate Blanchett? If it’s the former, then yeah, that’s a dick move, and it would behoove you to bring it up again, more vehemently this time. If it’s the latter, then tell him you don’t like it. Give him a chance to change his behavior.
But also, you’re letting your insecurity get the best of you and escalate a situation that’s, on the surface at least, pretty benign. Hot people are everywhere! They’re (often) not a threat to your relationship. The trouble usually comes from our own inner garbage angel, which is the little hater voice inside of us that tells us we’re not good enough. When you hear your boyfriend say, “That person is hot!” your garbage angel is like, “You’re not as hot as her, therefore you’re worthless and soon your bf will leave you for Janelle Monae.”
When none of that is remotely true!
You might find that you can quell the garbage angel by intentionally not comparing yourself to whatever photoshopped, glammed-up person’s pic is on social media. You might also try having fun with it. Rating celebrities’ hotness is practically our job as Americans. A job we don’t get paid for but one we take seriously nonetheless. “Yeah, Cate is looking super babely in that photo. But if we’re having a celebrity threesome, I’d prefer Kristen Stewart.”
Easier said than done, I know, but with practice it gets easier. Plus, he’s not the only one who should be having the fun. The next time he points out some hottie on Insta, you should feel entitled to do the same. If he gets butthurt about it, then maybe he’ll keep future photos to himself next time.
Anna Pulley is a syndicated Tribune Content Agency columnist answering reader questions about love, sex and dating. Send your questions via email (anonymity guaranteed) to redeyedating@gmail.com, sign up for her infrequent (yet amazing) newsletter or check out her books!
The new moon will be joined by a guest in the sky tonight.
Following the new moon on March 21 — which marked the start of Ramadan — the first quarter moon is rising in the sky tonight (March 28). In New York City, the moon will reach the first quarter phase at 10:22 p.m. EDT (232 GMT on March 29, according to skywatching site In-the-Sky.org.
And since the moon won’t set until the early morning hours of March 29, that means the first quarter moon will be visible in the night sky, appearing half-lit. And as a bonus, you’ll be able to spot Mars just to the right of the moon, as the two celestial bodies will be making a close approach known as an appulse. (They’ll also be in conjunction, which is when they share the same right ascension, the celestial equivalent of longitude.)
Related: Night sky, March 2023: What you can see tonight [maps]
Both Mars and the moon will be in the Gemini constellation on Tuesday evening. From New York City, the pair should be visible high to the south as soon as the skies darken enough for Mars to be visible. The Red Planet and the moon will be separated by just 2 degrees (the width of your fist at arm’s length equals roughly ten degrees) and both will set to the west just after 2 a.m. EDT (0600 GMT) on March 29.
Every 29.5 days, the moon goes through four main phases as it orbits the Earth: new moon, first quarter moon, full moon, and last quarter moon. During this cycle, the moon goes from being completely dark to being half-lit to then full, before returning back to half-lit and completely dark. Though the moon might appear to be only partially lit from the perspective of Earth for the majority of its cycle, about half of the moon is always lit by the sun — we just can’t see all of the illuminated surface from Earth.
Next up in the lunar cycle is the full moon on April 6. This month’s full moon is known as the Pink Moon, but don’t expect the moon to actually turn pink; it has the moniker because it typically coincides with the bloom of the pink wildflower Phlox subulata.
If you want to get a closer look at the first-quarter moon tonight, as well as its night sky neighbor Mars, check out our guides to the best telescopes and best binoculars for stargazing. And if you want to try your hand at a little astrophotography, we’ve got tips about how to photograph the moon.
Need some equipment to get the perfect shot? Read through our guides to the best cameras for astrophotography and best lenses for astrophotography.
Editor’s Note:If you get a great photo of Mars near the first quarter moon and would like to share your photo(s) with Space.com’s readers, send your photo(s), comments, and your name and location to spacephotos@space.com.
Here are the 35 animal images that really need to be seen, as shared by Important Animal Images Facebook page. Looking for stunning animal images that are truly unique and important? Look no further than Important Animal Images, a remarkable Facebook page that features a breathtaking collection of captivating animal photos. With every image carefully selected for its beauty, rarity, or significance, this page is a must-see for anyone who loves animals or appreciates incredible photography. So why wait? Come explore this amazing world of animal images and discover the wonders that await you!
Here you can find 35 best animal images that really need to be seen. All photos are linked and lead to the sources from which they were taken. Please feel free to explore further works of these photographers on their collections or their personal sites.
Pearl Abyss announced today that the new class “Igneous” has arrived in Black Desert Mobile. The arrival of the new class brings with it an array of events to celebrate his appearance.
Wizard awakens to become Igneous, the embodiment of nature’s strength who has reached the pinnacle of magic. He possesses an ability to use the elemental powers of “Marg,” the Fire Guardian, and “Arne,” the Water Guardian.
With the “Godr Sphera” as his Main Weapon, and the “Elemental Grimoire” as his Sub-Weapon, Igneous uses elemental power to trap enemies and strike them down with blazing fires. His elemental magic is capable of restricting enemy movement and attacks while deploying massive area-of-effect attacks to easily overcome multiple foes.
Igneous starts with 4 active skills and learns additional skills by leveling up. His most deadly skills are as follows:
Aqua Jail Explosion: Igneous creates a barrier of ice-cold water to trap and overwhelm enemies.
Calamity: Igneous unleashes his rage onto a wide area with burning flames.
Bolide of Destruction: Igneous summons a powerful fireball and hurls it to the ground. No enemies shall remain where it drops.
Savantgarde: Igneous remains calm and collected amidst an inferno of rage to maintain control of the battlefield.
A variety of events have begun to celebrate Igneous’ arrival in Black Desert Mobile, including daily missions and special log-in events. Moreover, Adventurers can receive “Igneous’ Arcana” from their in-game mailbox every day until April 10. This and other items can be exchanged for Sun Crystals, Dimensional Fragments, and Shadow Knots.
Visit Black Desert Mobile‘s official website for more information.
Watch the Igneous’ video:
Trailer: https://youtu.be/MvzAOJKb9VA
Combat showcase: https://youtu.be/6OK1lY6g8RQ
Preview: https://youtu.be/lph8CvvkRV8
About Black Desert IP
The Black Desert IP is Pearl Abyss’ open-world action MMORPG franchise with cutting-edge visuals and skill-based combat that redefines the genre. With the most developed character customization system of any game currently on the market, users can break out of the norm and make unique characters that truly represent themselves. Its intuitive controls, beautifully designed world, and extensive lore will excite both newcomers and veterans of MMO games and action RPGs. Pearl Abyss is currently servicing the Black Desert IP, which has gained 50 million players across the world on PC, mobile, and console.
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This week, a parade of five planets makes its way across the skies.
Skywatchers in dark areas with a clear and unobstructed view of the skies will be able to take in Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Mars and Uranus this week, as long as they have a good set of binoculars at hand. If you can’t make it outside tonight or if conditions aren’t right in your area, you still have an opportunity to watch this spectacle thanks to a free telescope livestream today.
Astronomer Gianluca Masi of the Virtual Telescope Project will be streaming “Five Planets at a glance” today, offering a view of this planetary parade from Rome, Italy. The livestream begins at 1:45 p.m. EDT (1745 GMT) on Tuesday (March 28) and can be viewed on the Virtual Telescope Project’s YouTube page or website.
Related: 5 planets will align tonight and you won’t want to miss it. Here’s where to look.
Planetary alignment on Mar. 27, 2023.
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Space.com columnist Joe Rao gave a comprehensive breakdown on how to view each of the five planets if you are up for attempting this skywatching feat on your own. Two planets, Mercury and Jupiter, could prove difficult as they will be very close to the western horizon at sunset this week. “And that’s where your binoculars come in,” Rao writes. “If you sight them, congratulate yourself. It is no mean feat to catch two planets positioned so close to the setting sun.”
Jupiter, in particular, is moving closer to the setting sun each evening and will soon disappear from view for several weeks. Mercury, meanwhile, will begin to become more visible each evening.
The other three planets in this parade, Venus, Mars and Uranus, are somewhat easier to find. Venus is currently fabulously bright in the evening skies. Look toward the western or northwestern skies each night after sunset to locate this “Evening Star.” Uranus will be just a few degrees away from Venus, making this pale green dot stand out through binoculars. And Mars will be very close to the first quarter moon on Tuesday (March 28), making the Red Planet an easy target.
If you’re hoping to catch a look at the planetary parade, our guides to the best telescopes and best binoculars are a great place to start. If you’re looking to snap photos of the night sky in general, check out our guide on how to photograph the moon, as well as our best cameras for astrophotography and best lenses for astrophotography.
The Ukiah Photography Club’s April meeting will feature Tom Raymondson’s presentation on landscape photography. He will explore equipment and techniques to capture the beauty that is all around us. Members will also share photos for the monthly theme, “architecture.”
The club will meet at Medium Art Gallery in the Pear Tree Center on Saturday, April 1, at 10 a.m. Visitors and potential members are welcome.
The Ukiah Photography Club is a group of Mendocino County digital and film photographers representing a range of styles, experience and expertise. Monthly meetings and periodic outings include instruction, photo critiques and lively discussions. For more information, visit ukiahphoto.club.
What a photograph subtly suggests or even conceals is sometimes just as important as what’s clearly on display. Skilled photographers know a bit of mystery can make an image that much more compelling–a contrast to what’s often overshared in pictures and video on social media. In today’s society, images often leave little to the imagination, but in his “Wild Mountain Hares Fighting” submission, the Grand Prize winner of our 20th Annual Photo Contest, Arnfinn Johansen, captures a moment that leaves one wondering.
That could be said for all of this year’s winners: the obscured faces of mask-wearing girlfriends out on the town, a pair of rhinoceroses either running away or charging, a singular subject sitting in solitude in the darkness of dawn, and the shadowy silhouettes of figures hidden in plain sight. These are just some of the top scenes that offer just enough to stir emotions, pull viewers in and raise poignant questions, leaving it up to the beholders to interpret the art for themselves.
The diversity of this year’s entries is fitting for the 20th anniversary of this annual competition, which has grown to include more than 32,690 images submitted by nearly 7,000 photographers from 190 countries and territories.
To explore more, check out all of this year’s Photo Contest finalists.
Grand Prize
Wild Mountain Hares Fighting. Photographed in Rorosvidda Mountains, Norway, April 2021
Arnfinn Johansen
Among the peaks of a range in Norway, nocturnal mountain hares violently compete for the opportunity to procreate. It’s mating season, a fight for life. Arnfinn Johansen, 57, who has been practicing nature photography since 1980, recalled that there were five or six hares present during the bout. “They fought each other two and two. Then, the others stayed away watching.” Johansen was also a patient observer, spending eight or nine hours in a nearby cabin shooting through the darkness. Previously, Johansen worked strictly in black and white, and he preferred this photograph without color. “It simplifies and reduces distractions,” he says.
American Experience
First to Vote. Photographed in Atlanta, November 2022
Rory Doyle
On assignment for an Amsterdam newspaper to document the November 2022 midterm elections in the United States, Rory Doyle, 39, headed out before sunrise and came across this lone citizen, who was quietly determined to exercise her fundamental right to vote. She arrived at her polling place even before it opened. “The narrative of the lack of care or the lack of participation gets more attention than people who are willing to literally bring a chair and a book before the sun is up,” Doyle says.
Aerial/Drone
The Big Top Tent at Fringe by the Sea. Photographed in North Berwick, Scotland, August 2021
Andrew Smith
If you come across a big tent, it’s natural to wonder what’s happening inside. Andrew Smith, 42, who has been photographing with drones since 2017, wondered what was on top of this colorful canopy in his hometown. Positioning his camera to point directly down on the tent, he was delighted and surprised by the symmetry and vibrant colors, says Smith, who appreciates photos that cause an instant reaction. “This was one of those moments for me. I think both the photographer and the viewer recognize it when they experience it. I don’t think it can be qualified or deconstructed. I think you just need to feel it.”
People
Lollipop. Photographed in Tokyo, October 2022
Jonny Dub
“Who are these gnarly girls?” That’s one question Jonny Dub, 42, would expect viewers to ask when they see the ski-mask-covered, pink-hued candy consumers he encountered in Tokyo’s Shibuya district last Halloween. Dub, who learned the basics of the art as a teen while assisting his father, an advertising photographer, says this picture, snapped before the women realized he was photographing them, was the most authentic of the bunch. He likes that this scene allows people to imagine a story of their own, one that “leaves the viewer wanting to know more about the characters and fills them with a sense of intrigue.”
Artistic Images
Tower of Babel. Photographed in Elburn, Illinois, June 2022
Tracy Whiteside
Tracy Whiteside, 63, a former musical theater teacher, knows how to bring drama to works on and off the stage. In her home studio, using just Styrofoam balls, a cone, hairpins, lots of spray, a blond wig, makeup and a pink tablecloth, she created this fanciful portrait of her grandchildren’s nanny. Whiteside prefers profiles with little expression, which she finds more artistic than a smile. Still, says Whiteside, who has 20 years of photography experience, “I just want people to appreciate the fun in it.”
Natural World
Chasing Rhinos. Photographed in Assam, India, July 2021
Prabir Kumar Das
It was like a scene from Jurassic Park—but with raging rhinoceroses instead of a Tyrannosaurus. Prabir Kumar Das, 46, and his driver were on safari in a vehicle at Kaziranga National Park in India observing and photographing wildlife. “Two rhinos, chasing one another, entered into the frame,” he recalls. “They both were coming toward our car dangerously.” The driver threw the car into reverse to get away. Das, a chemistry teacher, is willing to take risks for his photography hobby, which has become his passion. He now focuses on wildlife and prefers Kaziranga National Park for “its natural beauty along with its exceptional ambience.”
Travel
Dancing Silhouettes. Photographed in Chitwan, Nepal, October 2022
Annemarie Jung
Annemarie Jung, 51, who lives in Luxembourg, traveled to Nepal during festival season on a last-minute trip before starting a new job in the finance industry last fall. Her newly developed enthusiasm for photography was a surprise. “I considered myself the least creative person on earth,” she says. For this winning photograph, Jung and her guide arrived too late to the festival to see the Nepalese dancers perform. However, they provided an encore for the duo, whose photography session drew a crowd of interested villagers and revelers. “They all gathered around us and wanted to see the pictures we were taking. It was lovely,” says Jung, who didn’t mind lying down in the grass to get the best shot.
Readers’ Choice
Ice and Fire. Photographed in Muji Village, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China, June 2022
Yuepeng Bao
You don’t happen upon China’s Muji Crater by chance, as photographer Yuepeng Bao, 32, can attest. The journey was quite challenging. “It took us three hours to drive on a poorly maintained mountain road, and we had to pass through two border checkpoints,” says Bao, who suffered from altitude sickness, headaches and swelling to reach this destination. Taking the trek with family members made it more enjoyable for Bao, whose photography hobby helps “alleviate stress from work [as an urban planner] and daily life.” The resulting image of the colorful natural wonder against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains and blue skies made the trip worthwhile, says Bao, adding, “It’s crucial that we demonstrate respect and take measures to preserve” these natural landscapes.
The new moon will be joined by a guest in the sky tonight.
Following the new moon on March 21 — which marked the start of Ramadan — the first quarter moon is rising in the sky tonight (March 28). In New York City, the moon will reach the first quarter phase at 10:22 p.m. EDT (232 GMT on March 29, according to skywatching site In-the-Sky.org (opens in new tab).
And since the moon won’t set until the early morning hours of March 29, that means the first quarter moon will be visible in the night sky, appearing half-lit. And as a bonus, you’ll be able to spot Mars just to the right of the moon, as the two celestial bodies will be making a close approach known as an appulse. (They’ll also be in conjunction, which is when they share the same right ascension, the celestial equivalent of longitude.)
Related: Night sky, March 2023: What you can see tonight [maps]
Both Mars and the moon will be in the Gemini constellation on Tuesday evening. From New York City, the pair should be visible high to the south as soon as the skies darken enough for Mars to be visible. The Red Planet and the moon will be separated by just 2 degrees (the width of your fist at arm’s length equals roughly ten degrees) and both will set to the west just after 2 a.m. EDT (0600 GMT) on March 29.
Every 29.5 days, the moon goes through four main phases as it orbits the Earth: new moon, first quarter moon, full moon, and last quarter moon. During this cycle, the moon goes from being completely dark to being half-lit to then full, before returning back to half-lit and completely dark. Though the moon might appear to be only partially lit from the perspective of Earth for the majority of its cycle, about half of the moon is always lit by the sun — we just can’t see all of the illuminated surface from Earth.
Next up in the lunar cycle is the full moon on April 6. This month’s full moon is known as the Pink Moon, but don’t expect the moon to actually turn pink; it has the moniker because it typically coincides with the bloom of the pink wildflower Phlox subulata.
If you want to get a closer look at the first-quarter moon tonight, as well as its night sky neighbor Mars, check out our guides to the best telescopes and best binoculars for stargazing. And if you want to try your hand at a little astrophotography, we’ve got tips about how to photograph the moon.
Need some equipment to get the perfect shot? Read through our guides to the best cameras for astrophotography and best lenses for astrophotography.
Editor’s Note:If you get a great photo of Mars near the first quarter moon and would like to share your photo(s) with Space.com’s readers, send your photo(s), comments, and your name and location to spacephotos@space.com.
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