The Boulder blues of sunrises contrast with the reds of the start of the sunrise after the reds have begun to fade. The bright yellows and the light subtle blues appear before the stronger blues and after the deep dark red banding which is so common to Boulder Sunrises. The blue-yellow-orange-yellow forms a palette, a […]

Boulder’s rapidly changing colors of a winter sunrise justify the chill of going outside to snap a few pictures. The glorious splendor of the reds and yellows, with the orange accents distracts from the cold. The rapid color changes are enough to distract me from the cold, and there is a reason that flannel was […]

I was innocently finishing my email when I looked out the back window. The sunrise was in full glory! I almost ran back to the computer where my phone was sitting, ran back to the window, and starting clicking. We all know how fast sunrise lighting changes and I did not want to miss the […]

The sun hasn’t fully risen yet, but Boulder is already in motion. The crisp mountain air carries the scent of pine, the city waking with a rhythm that feels both effortless and intentional. And no early morning bears awake yet. A little tired but alive with curiosity, I step onto the trail, the dirt still […]

When we think about the cosmos, the Sun often gets overshadowed by the allure of distant stars, planets, and the mysteries of the universe. But this glowing sphere of plasma, positioned 93 million miles away, is not just another star—it’s our star. The Sun is the beating heart of the solar system and the engine […]

Often overshadowed by its more brilliant planetary neighbors, Mercury offers a rewarding challenge for those willing to chase it during its fleeting appearances in the twilight. As the closest planet to the Sun, Mercury never strays far from its glare, making it one of the most elusive planets to spot. But with the right timing, […]

After exploring the major planets of the solar system—Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, we now venture to the fringes of the solar system to explore Pluto and the icy worlds of the Kuiper Belt. Though small and distant, these celestial bodies reveal a wealth of fascinating stories about the history and formation of our […]

In a recent article about Mars at opposition, I mentioned Jupiter in passing without proper introduction. To remedy this, let’s take a closer look at the largest planet in our solar system. Over the next few weeks, I’ll also be spotlighting other planets visible in the night sky, providing a comprehensive tour of our celestial […]

As the year winds down and holiday festivities ramp up, the night sky is preparing its own dazzling displays. December 2024 promises brilliant planetary sightings, meteor showers, and special opportunities to catch the Moon playing “hide and seek” with neighboring celestial bodies. Whether you’re watching from your backyard, gathering virtually with family, or venturing to […]

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