Delve into the cosmic beauty of the "Vela Supernova Remnant," an extraordinary 30-frame mosaic image crafted by the acclaimed astrophotographer Robert Gendler
This stunning artwork, with a total exposure time of 60 hours, captures the intricate details of the supernova remnant in vivid RGB colors. Utilizing a Takahashi FSQ106 telescope and an SBIG STL-11000XM camera, this image was acquired from the renowned Fair Dinkum Skies in Western Australia, a collaboration with New Mexico Skies and Pingelly Heights Observatory.
The intricate web of filaments and glowing gas in this high-resolution image showcases the remnants of a massive star that exploded thousands of years ago. Perfectly processed and assembled, this piece reveals the beauty and complexity of one of the most fascinating objects in our galaxy.
Ideal for astronomy enthusiasts, science geeks, and art lovers, this print transforms your space with its captivating depiction of the cosmos. Bring the wonders of the universe into your home and inspire awe and curiosity every day with this magnificent piece of celestial art.
Photo details
- 60 Hours of Exposure
- RGB FSQ106, STL11000
- Image acquired from Fair Dinkum Skies, Western Australia (An affiliation of New Mexico Skies and Pingelly Heights Observatory)
- Image data acquired remotely using CCDAutoPilot2
- Takahashi FSQ106
- Software Bisque Paramount ME, SBIG STL-11000XM
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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