In case you missed it, there was a solar eclipse today and people were hyped.
Thousands of Victorians gathered atop Mt. Douglas, Mt Tolmie, and at the University of Victoria’s Astronomy Department to catch a glimpse of the once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.
Watch: Live video of the Solar Eclipse from Tulista Park
The result didn’t disappoint. With the help of iPhone cameras, pinhole contraptions, and specialized glasses, people all over the city were able to experience the 90 per cent eclipse Victoria was promised.
And not only that, they took pictures!
The use of filters, inventive techniques, and a whole lot of patience led Victoria’s Instagram and photography communities to produce some amazing work.
Here’s a selection of some of the day’s best shots!
PHOTOS:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1442385325830584&set=p.1442385325830584&type=3&theater
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10155602255248554&set=p.10155602255248554&type=3&theater
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=469537673419923&set=p.469537673419923&type=3&theater
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10155431874815605&set=p.10155431874815605&type=3&theater
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=469568260083531&set=p.469568260083531&type=3&theater
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYEH8DkltXw/?taken-by=jon_at_large
