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

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  • 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.

The spectacular event, which occurs when the Sun disappears behind the Moon, happens every 18 months or so, with areas that experience totality falling into darkness during daylight hours.

However, only a small fraction of the Earth has a good view of each total eclipse, meaning it's effectively a once-in-a-lifetime event in any single...

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