Comet A3 Dancing Above the Texas Treetops
Captured from Comanche Lookout in San Antonio, Texas, this astrophotography image features Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan–ATLAS) glowing just above the horizon beneath a sky filled with stars. Framed by the silhouettes of native Texas trees, the comet's delicate tail stands out against the fading twilight, preserving a fleeting celestial visitor that captivated skywatchers around the world. Photographed with a Nikon D850 during the comet's 2024 appearance, this image celebrates the quiet beauty of the night sky and the unforgettable moments that reward those who look up. #EngelPhotography #CometA3 #TsuchinshanATLAS #Astrophotography #NightPhotography #NightSky #Stars #ComancheLookout #SanAntonio #Texas #Astronomy #SkyPhotography #CelestialPhotography #LongExposure #LandscapesAndNature
Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 at 8:29 PM America/Chicago
Focal Length
85mm
Shutter Speed
5/2 sec
Aperture
ƒ/4.5
ISO
2000
Location
North America, The United States of America, Texas, San Antonio, City Park, Comanche Lookout
Keywords
Astrophotography, Comet A3, Landscapes & Nature, Long Exposure Photography, Night Photography, Photography Effects, Photography Genres, Photography Techniques, Sky, Stars
Camera
Nikon D850
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 29.58515762
Longitude: -98.36751044
Altitude: 315.0 meters / 1,033.5 feet
Longitude: -98.36751044
Altitude: 315.0 meters / 1,033.5 feet