2023 Total Solar Eclipse

A Moment of Darkness, A Lifetime of Awe

On April 20th, 2023, I stood on the shores of Western Australia’s iconic Ningaloo Reef and witnessed something truly unforgettable — a total solar eclipse. It was one of those rare moments in life where time stands still, the world changes, and you’re left completely in awe of the universe.

As the Moon moved into perfect alignment with the Sun, the light began to fade. The shadows sharpened. The temperature dropped. And then — totality. In the sudden darkness, stars appeared in the midday sky, and the solar corona revealed itself like a glowing halo suspended in space. It was both surreal and profoundly humbling.

This gallery captures that fleeting moment: the build-up, the diamond ring effect, the full eclipse over the ocean, and the eerie, otherworldly light that followed. Framed by the turquoise waters of Ningaloo and the vast Western sky, it was the perfect setting for a once-in-a-lifetime event.

No photo can fully capture what it feels like to witness a total solar eclipse — but these images come close. They are a reminder of how small we are, how beautiful our world can be, and how powerful it is to simply look up.