Two RIT alumni trained Artemis II astronauts to capture stunning photos during historic lunar flyby
Two RIT alumni trained Artemis II astronauts to capture stunning photos during a historic lunar flyby. The mission marked a significant step towards future lunar exploration.
Two Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) alumni played a crucial role in NASA's Artemis II lunar flyby mission. Paul Reickert and Katrina Willoughby, graduates of RIT's Imaging and Photographic Technology Program, trained the four Artemis II astronauts on photography techniques. The astronauts used off-the-shelf cameras, including Nikon D5 and Z9 models, with specialized lenses to capture images during their 10-day journey. The mission saw the astronauts come closer to the moon than any human before, capturing breathtaking photos. Reickert and Willoughby are now training prospective astronauts for the Artemis III mission, scheduled to launch next summer, which aims to test landing and docking capabilities on the moon's surface. The success of the Artemis II mission has generated excitement for future lunar exploration and a new perspective on Earth.
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