Autumn is here and so is the Harvest Moon. Actually what we call the Harvest Moon has been here for about a week. It is the full moon that appears closest to the autumnal equinox which is the day summer ends and fall officially begins. This year that happens to be today, September 23.
image credit : Dan Bush of Missouri Skies |
The Harvest Moon gets it's name because in most agricultural part's of the country this is when the harvest is taking place. The Harvest Moon usually appears bigger, brighter and more colorful than regular full moons. The color changes of the moon are easier to explain and are a result of the moon being at a lower angle in the sky. There is a larger amount of atmosphere that the light has to penetrate than when the moon is overhead. It is the same type of thing we see with a colorful sunrise or sunset. More particulate in the air makes for a more colorful appearance. The moon's large size, however is a little more difficult to explain. It is actually an optical illusion. If you would like to read more about the harvest moon and the "moon illusion", click here.
Neil Young - Harvest Moon
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So eerie! I can't wait for one to arrive!
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous pictures of the moon! Love the little girl making shadow puppets, so adorable!
ReplyDeleteI love this time of year and your photos truly set the mood. They are beautiful. Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving the kind comment. Have a great weekend. Bobbie
ReplyDeleteGreat captures of the moon! The cat is cool :). Thanks for joining the first edition of *Highlight Sunday*! and
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Wow! Some beautiful photos with excellent magical moons, charming. Harvest Moon is one of my favorite songs from Neil Young.
ReplyDeleteOh, Awesome moon post! Love these images. The ones with the birds is so spooky and fun! Love to visit your Pinterest now I'll follow you here too! Thanks for coming by!
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What a great series of photos of the Harvest Moon. I love the one with the cat silhouette.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the Moon, always have had a fascination with it. So this post just pulled me right in. I have some of these photos on my Pinterest board as well. Thanks for stopping by. xo
ReplyDeleteForgot to add I am following your blog and Pinterest boards. xo
ReplyDeleteWow, incredible! I've read about harvest moon and saw some pictures but I've never seen a real one. What a great selection of wonderful pictures you have!
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