See the best Milky Way photos of 2022

See 10 of Capture the Atlas's Best Milky Way photos of 2022. This annual edition showcases 25 of the best Milky Way photos from around the world.

Lunar eclipse photos, via EarthSky’s community

The May 15-16, 2022, total eclipse of the moon is over. Now, check out these beautiful lunar eclipse photos from EarthSky's community members!

‘Doorway’ on Mars has social media abuzz

Mars Curiosity rover took an image of what some people think looks like a "doorway." But it's just a natural feature on Mars' surface.

Planetary conjunction photo gallery, spring 2022

View images of the planets lined up in the morning sky from this spring, 2022. The planetary conjunction of Venus and Jupiter draws the eye.

April’s deep sky for 2022: Galaxies, supernovas and more

Get to know April's deep sky with these amazing photos taken by members of the EarthSky community. Did you take a great photo? Share it with us!

Our best images of Earth for Earth Day 2022

Enjoy this collection of some of our best images of Earth. Thanks to all who contributed their amazing photos, and have a Happy Earth Day!

ISS astronauts in action, seen from Earth!

Sebastian Voltmer was on the ground when he captured this image of 2 ISS astronauts - Matthias Maurer and Raja Chari - in space, on March 23, 2022.

Mars-Saturn conjunction: Photos from friends

Mars-Saturn conjunction was April 4 and 5, 2022, in the eastern sky before sunrise. The 2 planets appeared close! And brilliant Venus was nearby. Photos here.

Milky Way season is starting! Photos here

Milky Way season begins in the wee morning hours of spring. The EarthSky community shares their first photos of the season. Enjoy these pics!

Mars surface layers and ‘brain terrain’

ESA shared some new images of the Mars surface from its Mars Express spacecraft. They show craters, brain terrain, layered deposits and more.

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