My family and I, along with our neighbors, planned this yummy picnic to witness this special occasion. We set up our lawn chairs, popped on our dark sunglasses, and waited eagerly for the magic to unfold.
The day started off rainy, but as the time grew near, blue skies and 70 degrees made way for the big event. However, as the moon started to inch its way in front of the sun, things got seriously chilly! I actually had to put on my sweater. Then, as the shadow crept in, darkness descended, and we were all just in awe. It was like time stood still. We were left gazing up at the sky in utter wonder. And you know what the coolest part was? My son, managed to capture the most amazing self-portrait. Can you believe it? His silhouette against the backdrop of the sun and moon - talk about a once-in-a-lifetime shot! We began to applaud the two heavenly bodies. The whole neighborhood erupted in cheers! Someone even set off fireworks to celebrate the heavenly show. Awe, wonder, and gratitude were bursting from my heart. I felt so small and so blessed at the same time. We truly live in a Wonderful World!
As an artist, these kinds of experiences just fuel my creativity like nothing else. I mean, the beauty and awe of the universe are just unmatched. It's moments like these that remind me why I fell in love with art in the first place. Nature's got this incredible way of inspiring us. Whether it's a breathtaking sunset, a delicate flower in bloom, or the jaw-dropping sight of a total solar eclipse, there's just so much out there waiting to be seen and appreciated. Now, use it and go make your art!
Check out my Instagram for more highlights from the day:
https://www.instagram.com/p/C5hKKqEu-EK/