A Waxing Gibbous Moon

Gibbous Moon

Moon
Sketch and Details by Carlos E. Hernandez

The waxing Gibbous Moon (11.9 days old) was visible over the western horizon on April 17, 2008 (07:30 U.T.). The Moon appeared a yellowish tinge while visible beneath a palm frond. The scene was both eerie and beautiful.

A digital rendering produced in Photoshop CS3.

Carlos

2 thoughts on “A Waxing Gibbous Moon”

  1. Carlos,

    Fantastic composition. Creates the feel of wanting to be there.

    Frank

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