Overview
- Arizona astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy captured Gabriel C. Brown in freefall precisely aligned in front of the Sun.
- A three-way call with a paramotor pilot guided real-time positioning, with success coming on the sixth attempt as the jumper crossed sunspots.
- The published picture is a composite of high-resolution hydrogen-alpha frames that reveal active regions and structure on the solar disk.
- McCarthy released a video showing the jump and capture sequence, providing direct evidence that the image is a real photograph rather than AI or simple digital trickery.
- Limited-edition prints are on sale through McCarthy’s shop as the image gains widespread attention across social and news platforms.