Morning Parade
For the first time since 2005 all five visible (naked-eye) planets could be seen at once in the morning sky.
Local Rodeos
Rodeos are a vivid part of the Chilean culture, especially in the countryside. Here are some impressions from local rodeos.
Morning Conjunction
A lovely conjunction with Venus, Mercury and the waning Moon was visible in the morning sky.
Morning Moon
I caught the waning gibbous moon in the morning hours. Approximately 77% of the lunar disc are lit.
Construction Site
A new, privately owned observatory is built in our vicinity by ScopeDome GmbH. Upon its completion the observatory will consist
Heavenly conjunction
On the morning of November 7, 2015, the waning crescent moon formed a splendid triangle together with brillant Venus (lower
Morning Sky
A magnificent spectacle as the waning moon joins the early-morning planet round-up. Jupiter can be found directly below the moon
Las Campanas Observatory
Thanks to Yuri Beletsky and the kind folks at Las Campanas Observatory I was able to spend a very inspiring
Close Encounter
The closest encounter between Venus and Jupiter took place on June 30th. On that night the two brightest planets were
Threesome
Perfect conditions at a local reservoir to catch the lovely conjunction of the three brightest objects of the night sky: