Vanishing Moon

I like shooting the moon during a full moon. It seems like it’s always the same picture, but in truth, it never is.

Where I live, a full moon and a clear sky rarely happen at the same time. So every time they do, I grab my camera, tripod, and 300mm lens. Once, I managed to capture an unusual moment: a small but dense cloud slowly covered the moon. It seemed to me as if a clawed paw were gently settling over it. Maybe it’s just my imagination, but take a look at the pictures below — you might see it too.

I hope you enjoy this little night sketch.

Thank you for your attention!

Southern Urals, Russia.
April, 2024.
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