posted 08-09-2022 05:21 PM               

Inspired by the Launch of Artemis I? Share a #NASAMoonSnap!

Does the Moon inspire you to think creatively or wonder about the mysteries of the universe?

NASA will soon be launching Artemis I, the first flight test of the integrated Orion spacecraft and the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. Artemis I will fly 40,000 miles beyond the Moon and back, demonstrating our capability to send humans to lunar orbit on the second flight test, Artemis II.

These flight tests will pave the way a new generation of highly talented and diverse corps of astronauts — including the first woman and the first person of color to step foot on the lunar surface during future Artemis missions.

During the Artemis I mission, the Orion spacecraft's internal and external cameras will capture views of Earth and the Moon as it travels between the two. Are you excited to see some of these Moon Snaps? How about sharing some of your own Moon-inspired art?

In anticipation of this monumental milestone, NASA wants to see, hear, and experience all of your Moon-inspired content — your Moon photographs, your Moon music, your Moon recipes, your Moon nail art, your Moon makeup tutorials. The sky is not the limit!

How to Show Us Your #NASAMoonSnap:

There are three social media platforms that you can use to submit your work.

• Instagram: Use the Instagram app to upload your photo or video, and in the description include #NASAMoonSnap or tag @NASAArtemis in your stories

• Twitter: Share your image on Twitter and include #NASAMoonSnap in the tweet

• Facebook: Share your image on Facebook and include #NASAMoonSnap in the post

We will be sharing a variety of Moon Snaps on our social media accounts, on our website, and during the Artemis I launch broadcast!

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Up for an extra challenge?

Take your #NASAMoonSnap to the next level with Expert Mode!

If you really want to get to know the Moon, try making a #NASAMoonSnap every day for a month! Set aside some time each day to look at the Moon. Record your observations in any way you like, whether that's a photo or drawing of the Moon every day – even making a Moon cookie for each phase! Use the #NASAMoonSnap log provided or create your own!

Expert Mode Tip: Look up information on the phases of the Moon. Indicate in your #NASAMoonSnap Journal where you think the Moon most closely matched each of the following phases: Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Third Quarter, Waning Crescent, and New Moon.

Here are some questions to keep in mind: How did the Moon change each day? Did you see the Moon at the same time each day throughout the month? Did anything ever prevent you from being able to see the Moon?