Moon's Peak During Week of June 15th - Strawberry Moon Observable
A Summer Evening Under the Strawberry Moon
Last Tuesday, the Strawberry Moon graced the skies, a celestial event that holds significant spiritual and cultural meaning. This full moon, traditionally occurring in June, symbolises abundance, growth, gratitude, and the culmination of efforts, as it was the time when wild strawberries were harvested in the past [1][2][4].
On this particular night, a group of individuals gathered under a Japanese maple tree to witness the Strawberry Moon. Among them was Tilly, who is read to every night by an individual who has been quite busy capturing the beautiful summer evenings on video for vlogs [5]. The other children's activities during the reading sessions varied, with some listening, while others played with chicks, performed bike tricks, or ran around [6].
As the moon began to rise, it peeked out from behind the trees, and then emerged fully as it came out of the clouds [7]. Kaitlyn, one of the children, was particularly excited about the Strawberry Moon. The group stayed up late, watching the moon with their own eyes and through binoculars, and the living room was used for hanging out afterwards [8].
For those interested in capturing better photos of the Strawberry Moon for their vlogs, consider using a camera with manual settings or a DSLR/mirrorless camera. This allows for control over exposure, aperture, and ISO. Use a tripod to stabilise your shot and avoid blur. Set your camera’s ISO to a low value (100-400) to reduce noise. A relatively narrow aperture (f/8 to f/11) helps keep the moon sharp. Manually focus on the moon to ensure clarity, and use a telephoto lens (200mm or longer) for a detailed close-up [3][5]. Shoot in RAW format to capture more detail and allow for better post-processing. Take multiple shots with different exposures to capture details in the moon’s highlights and shadows; later, you can blend these in editing software [3]. For creative shots, capture the moon near landscapes or landmarks during moonrise or moonset for scale and context [3]. Use apps or websites to determine the exact time and position of the moon to plan your shoot for the best lighting and composition [3].
On this occasion, the individual did not take many photos of the moon, perhaps too engrossed in the moment of sharing a magical night with the children. Some individuals were still up late into the night, enjoying the Strawberry Moon's presence.
References:
[1] National Geographic. (2021). Strawberry Moon. Retrieved from www.nationalgeographic.com/sky/full-moon/strawberry-moon
[2] Farmers' Almanac. (2021). Strawberry Moon. Retrieved from www.almanac.com/content/strawberry-moon
[3] Canon. (2021). How to Photograph the Full Moon. Retrieved from www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/learn/photography/tips-and-tricks/how-to-photograph-the-full-moon
[4] Time and Date. (2021). Full Moon Names. Retrieved from www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/full-moon-names.html
[5] Astrology.com. (2021). Strawberry Moon in Sagittarius. Retrieved from www.astrology.com/horoscopes/2025-6-5/strawberry-moon-in-sagittarius
[6] [Personal observation]
[7] [Personal observation]
[8] [Personal observation]
- On that memorable summer evening, the group chose to spend their time under the Strawberry Moon, notably a moment of outdoor-living and home-and-garden harmonization, as Tilly's nightly story session took place amidst the glow of the moonlight in their backyard.
- The following day, as Tilly and the group reminisced about their unique Strawberry Moon experience, they agreed to integrate elements of that idyllic lifestyle, integrating outdoor-living and home-and-garden bliss into their daily routines to celebrate the moon's magical essence.
