Evening views of Venus have been beautiful. The planet is passing us in orbit and by the end of May will be hidden in the glare of the Sun. It will emerge again in June but as a morning object.
Last evening was clear and cold, providing a perfect view of Venus. With the camera mounted on a tripod and fully zoomed, the crescent was obvious. A small telescope or steadied binoculars will work, too. Give it a try. Your evening opportunities are waning.
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS | 1/500s | ISO=400 | 9:21pm
Nice shot! – firefox won’t let me hit ‘like’.
Thanks. Let it be a virtual like. 🙂
Thanks for your image, it shows the crescent phase very well.
I always miss Venus when it’s gone. At least we will have Mercury to look out for.
If you are an early riser, Venus will greet you this summer. Yes to Mercury.
Early rising is not part of my repertoire. 🥴
I wouldn’t mind checking out Comet F8 one morning because the pictures have been impressive but my eastern horizon is complete rubbish.
And you still can’t venture out without risking a fine?
Fines still apply but we would be staying home regardless.
We will be staying home most of the time as things open up. I can find things to do.