On Wednesday, August 12, a total solar eclipse swept across parts of Europe, drawing photographers and skywatchers alike to capture one of nature's rarest visual spectacles. Some of the most striking images came from Spain, where observatories and open beaches alike offered clear views as the moon fully obscured the sun.

For landscape and nature photographers, an eclipse is a singular challenge — a fast-moving, unrepeatable moment that demands preparation, the right gear, and often, a fair amount of luck with the weather. It's also a powerful reminder of why we do what we do: some moments in nature simply cannot be recreated, only witnessed and preserved.

A few technical notes for anyone photographing the next eclipse:

Solar filters are essential for anything before and after totality — never point an unfiltered lens at the sun

Totality itself (when the filter comes off entirely) typically lasts only a few minutes, so plan your shots and settings in advance

Wide shots that include the landscape or horizon often tell a more evocative story than a tightly cropped shot of the eclipse alone

At Bisotun Art Collective, we're always drawn to photography that captures nature at its most fleeting and dramatic. If any of our photographers caught images of this eclipse, we'd love to feature them — reach out and share your shots.