A total solar eclipse took place on April 8, 2024. And I wasn't going to let the photo opportunity of a lifetime pass me by. 

So I grabbed my trusty Canon Rebel T7 and its 75-300mm lens , layered on some Neewer neutral density and UV filters , grabbed my solar eclipse glasses, and staked out the perfect spot in my yard for a clear view of the event. Here are the photos I captured, from start to finish.

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