Name: Robert Gendler: The Andromeda Galaxy - Southwest Arm (M31)
Brand: Robert Gendler
Price: 59.0 USD
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Delve into the captivating beauty of Robert Gendler's "The Andromeda Galaxy - Southwest Arm"

Based on observations made with the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope and data from the Hubble Legacy Archive, this stunning image captures the intricate details of the southwest arm of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31).

The H-alpha data, crucial for highlighting the active star-forming regions, come from the Local Group Galaxies Survey and are based on images taken with the Mayall 4-meter telescope at Kitt Peak National Observatory. This observatory is operated by the National Optical Astronomy Observatory under the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy and in cooperation with the National Science Foundation.

This print showcases the vivid colors and complex structures within the Andromeda Galaxy, highlighting the pinkish star-forming regions against the backdrop of the blue and white stars. The precise image processing and assembly offer a breathtaking view of our neighboring galaxy's dynamic environment.

Perfect for space enthusiasts, cosmology aficionados, and those who appreciate the grandeur of the universe, this print brings the awe-inspiring beauty of the Andromeda Galaxy into your home, office, or educational space.

Photo details

Data:

8.2 Meter Subaru Telescope (NAOJ)
Hubble Space Telescope
Hydrogen Alpha: Local Group Survey
Mayall 4M Telescope, Kitt Peak National Observatory (NOAO)

Color data: Robert Gendler

Image Assembly and Processing: Robert Gendler

Robert Gendler is a renowned American physician, amateur astronomer, and astrophotographer, who has made significant contributions to digital astrophotography as both a pioneer and a respected artist. Using CCD cameras and long exposure times, Gendler captures deep sky objects, with his photographs regularly published in astronomy magazines and websites.

His Andromeda Galaxy mosaic was acknowledged by Astronomy Magazine as one of the most beautiful astronomical images and was featured in the 2008 Guinness Book of Records. Gendler's photographs have also been commemorated in stamps, documentaries, and award ceremonies. He has collaborated with the Hubble Heritage Team and received several prestigious awards, including the Hubble Prize and the Royal Photographic Society Award for Scientific Imaging.

Gendler has written five books on astrophotography and astronomical imaging, one of which, "Breakthrough!", was selected as an "Outstanding Academic Title" by the American Library Association's "Choice" magazine.

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