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Timothy Coleman

Solar eclipse 2026: where, when and how to photograph the unmissable celestial event

Eclipse.
  • A total solar eclipse takes place on August 12, 2026
  • It can be seen in its totality across select places in Europe, and in part as far afield as northern North America
  • Read on to find out how and what to photograph, and be sure to pack your solar glasses!

A total solar eclipse is happening on August 12, with totality occurring in parts of Spain, Portugal, Greenland and Iceland; but even if you live further afield across Europe and even as far as northern North America, you will be able to see a partial eclipse.

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