Moon and Venus
By Carlos E. Hernandez
I was able to view the Waxing Crescent Moon (2 days old) and the planet Venus (-3.94m) over the western sky on May 16, 2010 (00:45 U.T.). The Moon and Venus were approximately six degrees apart. Earthshine was very noticeable over the unlit portion of the Moon. The pair was spectacular over a bluish-gray sky with low cumulus clouds floating over them. I hope that others were able to view the event as well.
Carlos,
This is an awesome and visually stunning sketch you have provided for us to enjoy. I was able to see this and the following days’ conjunctions and you have depicted it just as it appeared that evening. Of course your other works are always a pleasure to admire even though I haven’t written a comment on them.
Juanchin
Carlos,
Stunning scene. 🙂
Frank
Carlos, your digital art always impresses me with its mixture of realistic and dream-like qualities. I always feel as if I’m looking through through eyepiece when I see your work.
Keep it up, CEH!
Clear skies, pleasant company!
-Andy