Nightscaper 2024

Bryony will discuss the moon’s surface features, from the ancient, cratered highlands to the dark, basaltic plains of the Maria, captured in detail by advanced lunar astrophotographic techniques.

Using earth nightscape analogs, she will delve into the moon’s geologic past, examining how its impact craters, basins, lava flows, and tectonic scarps and ridges tell a story of a dynamic celestial body. This journey through lunar topography is not only a testament to the moon’s complex geologic processes but also reveals the impact of space weathering, a phenomenon that continually alters the lunar surface.

By integrating high-resolution astrophotography, this presentation aims to provide a dynamic look at the moon’s geology, offering insights into its formation and evolution. The talk will also discuss how these findings are pivotal for future lunar explorations and understanding similar processes on other planetary bodies.