Sophie Adenot takes photographs of Earth from inside the Cupola aboard the International Space Station. Floating in microgravity, the European Space Agency astronaut uses the Station’s panoramic observation window to capture images of our planet and document its changing landscapes from orbit.
Earth observation photography is an important activity for astronauts on the station. These images help scientists monitor environmental changes, track weather patterns, and study natural phenomena on our planet. The Cupola, with its seven windows, offers one of the best vantage points in space for observing Earth and operating cameras.
Alongside scientific experiments and technical maintenance tasks during her mission, Sophie regularly documents life and work in orbit and shares views of Earth with people around the world.
Follow Sophie’s mission on the εpsilon page and on her social media platforms, such as X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.
[Image description: ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot floats inside the Cupola of the International Space Station, holding a large camera and photographing Earth through the station’s windows. Her hair floats in microgravity as clouds and ocean are visible far below through the circular window above her.]