1968 William A. Anders – Earthrise

“Earthrise,” a snapshot that redefined our perception of the planet.

The iconic 'Earthrise' image captured by Apollo 8 redefined our view of Earth, encapsulating its vulnerability and beauty in a single, striking frame. This photograph provided humanity's first glimpse of Earth from space. It not only expanded the boundaries of human perception by showcasing Earth's isolation and fragile beauty, but also underscored the profound interconnectedness of all humanity.

The photograph, was taken with a specially modified Hasselblad 500EL camera, with a Zeiss lens and custom Ektachrome film. These technical adaptations facilitated the ability to capture this ‘snapshot’ in challenging conditions. "Earthrise" continues to inspire a global dialogue about stewardship and the urgency of sustainable practices, demonstrating the enduring impact of a single photograph on both technology and culture.

Credit: Project Apollo Archive, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Author: Anders, W. A. (1968), Apollo 8, NASA
Title: Earthrise
Date: 1968
Archive: NASA, Apollo Archive
Source: Wikimedia Commons
Original file: 4400 x 4600 pixels, file size: 1.94 MB, MIME type: image/jpeg
Available information: Apollo 8 Hasselblad image from film magazine 14/B - Lunar Orbit, Trans-Earth Coast

Image credits additional negatives from the same roll of film (left to right):
Anders, W.A. (1968). Earthrise — Apollo 8 Lunar Orbit, Trans-Earth Coast. NASA/Project Apollo Archive, public domain, viaWikimedia Commons: Hasselblad image AS10-27-3885_21904534885 from film magazine 14/B, Hasselblad image AS10-27-3887_21283405123 from film magazine 14/B, Hasselblad image AS10-27-3890_21716695748 from film magazine 14/B, Hasselblad image AS10-27-3895_21283403543 from film magazine 14/B