NASA has released the first photographs taken by the Artemis II astronauts during their fly-by of the Moon. The first image shows an 'Earthset,' capturing our home planet peeking beyond a cratered lunar landscape. The second photograph reveals the spectacular solar eclipse witnessed by the astronauts as the Moon blocked out the Sun. NASA has not disclosed which astronaut took the photos during their return journey to Earth after the fly-by. The Earthset image parallels the famous 'Earthrise' photo captured during Apollo 8 in 1968, a reminder of the beauty and vulnerability of our planet. These stunning visuals were taken during a six-hour flyby, including a period of radio silence as the spacecraft passed behind the Moon. The Earthrise image was captured through the Orion spacecraft window at 18:41 Eastern Daylight Time, showcasing Earth's nighttime on one side and swirling clouds over Australia and Oceania on the day side. The view of Ohm crater, with its terraced edges and flat floor interrupted by central peaks, was also noted. The astronauts were particularly thrilled by the lunar eclipse, which Victor Glover described as 'sci-fi' and 'unreal,' as the Sun disappeared behind the Moon while its corona remained visible, creating an ethereal halo effect. Glover remarked on the brightness of Earth contrasted with the shadow of the Moon in front of them. Additional imagery included the lunar surface, referred to as 'Ready for a close up,' further showcasing the intricate details of our celestial neighbor.