Yesterday morning, April 4, was the first conjunction between Saturn and Mars. It was a cosmic party with a musical collaboration between JYP and I. JYP posted her inspiration for the song this morning. It is worth reading at God Bless Those Who Bring On The Party.
This morning, we had a clear sky which gave me a great view of the conjunction between Saturn and Mars. They were side by side yesterday. This morning Saturn was above Mars. Below is the same photo as above with the names of the planets and two stars.
Here’s the Bazooka’s view of the conjunction. You can see Saturn’s rings fairly well.
The sliver moon on the evenings of the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th.
Off Center & Not Even 
Nice! Thanks for the show. I don’t know what the bazooka is, but, Saturns rings is a great capture. I’m kind of a photo hobbyist–can you share the EXIF?
Thanks, Roy. You can see the Bazooka at https://wp.me/p1yQyy-5TW. Herman gave it its name. The Exif is as fallows:
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~ Camera Data (Exif)
Exposure Mode: Manual
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Date Time Original: Today, 4:38:08 AM
Sweet!
Love those stars Tim and of course the planets. Beautiful indeed!
Thanks, Nancy.
Thank you, Tim. Beautiful images! It was too cloudy up here to see them.
You are welcome, Lavinia. I’m happy you got to see our view.
A wondrous cosmic concert Timothy …. a song “Saturn”, enjoy …
Good song. Thanks, Ivor.
Amazing pics, Tim. The stars are vibrant against the black sky backdrop, and the moon is stunning.
Thanks, Jeff.
Starry starry night! Beautiful. 🌠
Thanks, Michele.
This is excellent!
Thanks, Rajiv.
Gorgeous pics. The moon slivers especially
Thanks, Shey.
Wow, you got the conjunction nicely on the first picture. Thanks for giving us a glimps of the rings of saturn. Never expected that this was possible with a 400mm lens.
Thanks, Rudi. I didn’t either.
Thanks for all these wonderful photographs and information!
You are welcome, Herman.
Constellations conspiracy! Skies on a platter for us to enjoy. Wow, Tim!
Thanks, Marinia.
MY pleasure… literally!!!! 😉
Thank you – I love this 🙂
Thanks for sharing what our clouds hid.
You are welcome, Teri.
How is possible to picture a planet as You did? 🙄
Hi Marine. I have a very good 400mm lens: https://wp.me/p1yQyy-5TW. The wide-angle shots are taken with my iPhone.
Vow 💯👏 Super technology 😍
It’s amazing.
Fabulous photos of the night sky Tim.
Thanks, Miriam.
love the rings and how you labeled the pics.
Wow really awesome Tim! 👏👏💖
Great shots, Tim!
That bazooka shot of Saturn is fab.
Thank you for all the nature.
– Resa, from the grey city of no stars.
I’m happy you came come here and see the stars and planets. Thanks, Resa.
I’m happy, too! TY Tim!
You know it’s an awesome song when the planets come out for a cosmic party! These photos of Saturn with the rings and the moon are awesome
Everything likes an excuse to party. Thanks, JYP.
Wow!
Thanks, Inchcock.
I’m in awe not only that you captured them but know which is which! Beauty,.
I have to look them up. Thanks, Dale.
And here I thought you just knew! 🙂
Ha ha! I wish. I can pick out Venus, Jupiter and the moon no problem. If Mars is close enough to show off it’s red that’s a no brainer, also. Saturn and Mercury are iffy and I never get to see Uranus. Which is probably fine with you.
Haha! I’m still impressed.
Wow, this is crazy unbelievable Tim, I appreciate that you included that chart with the names. That was incredible actually shooting the rings around Saturn. Also Venus looks so big! Beautiful shots! That gigantic lens you have is so worth it for all of us that get to see your crazy beautiful photography. Big hugs and thank you Tim.
Thanks, Joni.