Immerse yourself in the celestial splendor of Robert Gendler's "Horsehead Nebula Region in Infrared Light"
This spectacular image captures the iconic Horsehead Nebula, a dark nebula in the constellation Orion, as seen in infrared light. The infrared observation reveals intricate details and hidden structures within the nebula, illuminating the dense clouds of gas and dust that give rise to new stars.
The Horsehead Nebula, also known as Barnard 33, appears as a dark silhouette against the bright background of the emission nebula IC 434. Captured with incredible clarity, this print highlights the dynamic processes at play in this stellar nursery, where interstellar material coalesces to form new celestial bodies.
Ideal for astronomy enthusiasts, lovers of cosmic art, and those captivated by the wonders of the universe, this print brings the breathtaking beauty of the Horsehead Nebula to your home, office, or educational space.
Photo details
- Data from: VISTA/ESO (Visible and Infrared Survey Telescope for Astronomy) and the Hubble Space Telescope
- Credit: ESO/J. Emerson/VISTA. Acknowledgment: Cambridge Astronomical Survey Unit Credit for Hubble Data: HLA, Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA)
- Composite 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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