Moon pictures are generally called lunar photography.
Lunar photography encompasses various types of images, including:
- Full lunar disc captures, showing the entire face of the moon.
- Crescent moon captures, focusing on the moon's partial illumination.
- The moon included as part of a broader landscape photograph.
Therefore, when you take a picture of the moon, regardless of the specific composition, you are engaging in lunar photography.
Here's a summary in a table:
Term | Description |
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Lunar Photography | The general term for capturing images of the moon, including various compositions and types. |
Full Lunar Disc Capture | A type of lunar photography that shows the entire illuminated surface of the moon. |
Crescent Moon Capture | A type of lunar photography where only a portion of the moon is illuminated, appearing as a crescent. |
Moon in Landscape | A type of lunar photography where the moon is included as an element in a broader scene. |