The final 440-megapixel photo was made from an incredible 300 GB of data.

TitledCrimson Shadows, hecallsit my most technically complex eclipse photo to date.

It’s a stunning achievement for the photographer, who only bought his first telescope in 2017.

2025 Total Lunar Eclipse Photo by Andrew McCarthy

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Now, millions of followers await his fascinating photographs, which bring us closer to the stars.

Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy captured the March 14 total lunar eclipse in high definition.

His four-camera, three-telescope setup ensured that he wouldn’t miss any details.

2025 Total Lunar Eclipse Photo by Andrew McCarthy

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