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Eclipses in Art: Observing & Photographing

A research guide to finding information about solar eclipses and other celestial phenomena in art, about historic measuring devices, and about how to safely view and photograph eclipses

How to Safely View a Solar Eclipse

While stylish, this is not enough eye protection for safely viewing a solar eclipse. 

 

Unknown photographer; Untitled (baby sun tanning), 1950s; gelatin silver print; image: 2 1/16 × 3 1/8 inches, sheet: 2 1/2 × 3 1/2 inches; Saint Louis Art Museum, Gift of John R. and Teenuh M. Foster 329:2018