These pictures were taken by the Open2 web team over the weekend, while
the production crew set up and rehearsed. All photos
were taken using a mobile phone, as the activities unfolded.
Mars
is at its closest point to the Earth in 60,000
years. NASA
August 23-30 is National
Astronomy Week. For more tips on observing
Mars and the equipment you may need, check out
their observing
page.