Astronaut James B. Irwin, the lunar module pilot of Apollo 15, is captured in action as he works at the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) during the mission's first lunar surface extravehicular activity (EVA) at the Hadley-Apennine landing site. This beautifully lit photograph was taken by astronaut David R. Scott, the mission commander, who skillfully captured this moment of Irwin's work at the LRV. In the foreground of the photograph, you can see the distinct shadow of the Lunar Module "Falcon," adding a sense of scale and context to the scene. The view is looking northeast, with the impressive Mount Hadley standing tall in the background.
Mount Hadley, part of the Apennine mountain range near the Apollo 15 landing site, rises approximately 13,120 feet (4,000 meters) above the lunar plain. This majestic mountain range served as a breathtaking backdrop for the entire Apollo 15 mission, providing a stunning and scientifically significant environment for exploration and research.
Apollo 15 (AS15-86-11603)
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From Apollo VII-XVII, the bestselling Apollo photo book reviewed by CNN, TIME, BBC Sky at Night Magazine, The Planetary Society and many more. These are the best Apollo prints you can buy, and here is why. This is not a reproduction of a reproduction. The image was restored by the authors of the book from the archival scan of the original 70 mm film frame, with dust and scratches removed and the color and exposure corrected against the film. Nothing is added or invented. Many Apollo prints sold online are made from small web files; this one comes from the film. It is giclée printed on thick, sustainably sourced fine art paper with water based inks, made to order in our studio, checked by hand, and framed by hand with a conservation grade mount.
Photograph: AS15-86-11603
Mission: Apollo 15
Date: 31 July 1971 (EVA-1)
Photographer: David Scott
Camera: Hasselblad, 70 mm film
Source: NASA archival film scan
Restoration: Apollo Photo Prints, from the book Apollo VII-XVII
