Lionel Majzik: Eta Carinae Poster – The Majesty of a Hypergiant Star

Journey into the Heart of the Universe

Bring the awe-inspiring wonders of the cosmos into your home with the Lionel Majzik: Eta Carinae Poster. This stunning artwork captures the brilliance of one of the universe’s most fascinating hypergiant stars, inviting you to explore the depths and mysteries of space.

The Celestial Titan: Eta Carinae Revealed

At a staggering distance of 7,500 light-years from Earth, Eta Carinae is an exceptionally bright star, boasting a mass between 100 and 150 times that of our Sun and a luminosity nearly 4 million times greater.

Nestled within the Carina constellation, this celestial giant plays a pivotal role in illuminating the nebula named after it. Its intense ultraviolet radiation and tremendous stellar winds—blowing a Jupiter-sized amount of material off its surface each year—create a gorgeous tapestry of gas and dust, rich in color and structure.

Moreover, Eta Carinae is notorious for its dramatic outbursts as it occasionally stages a dress rehearsal of its own demise, radiating energy comparable to that of a supernova and ejecting material equivalent to 10-12 Suns.

The Art of Capturing Cosmic Detail

Given the challenging weather conditions that often impede observation, Lionel Majzik opted for an "online tour" using the powerful 61 cm PlaneWave CDK24 telescope in Chile, enabling him to capture Eta Carinae’s stunning environment from January 14 to February 1, 2021.

Over five nights, he collected nearly 2.5 hours of RGB and narrowband data, combining traditional RGB imaging with narrowband techniques for a uniquely refined aesthetic.

By merging filter data with near-equal exposure times, Majzik created a beautiful and subtle color palette that showcases the intricate details of this stellar environment.

Photo & Tech Details

• Date: 14/01/2021 - 01/02/2021
• Total Exposure Time: 2.4 hours
• Location: Telescope Live - Chile, Río Hurtado, El Sauce Observatory (CHI-1)
• Camera: FLI ProLine PL9000
• Telescope: Planewave CDK24 610/3962 mm astrograph
• Mount: Mathis MI-1000/1250
• Guiding: Autoguiding
• Corrector: None
• Aperture, Focal Length: f/6.5, 3962 mm
• Filters: R, G, B, Ha, SII, OIII
• Gain: 0
• Light: 6 x 300 s R, 6 x 300 s G, 5 x 300 s B, 4 x 300 s Ha/SII/OIII
• Calibration: Pre-calibrated
• Processing: Astro Pixel Processor, PixInsight, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop

Printed to Perfection

At Astrography.com, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional quality. The Eta Carinae Poster is printed on premium paper using dedicated equipment and special inks, ensuring the vibrant colors and exquisite details resonate in your space. Each poster undergoes meticulous individual color calibration to provide an accurate and striking representation of this celestial spectacle.

Elevate Your Collection

Owning the Eta Carinae Poster is not just about decorating your walls—it's about enriching your life with the wonders of the galaxy. Ideal for astronomy enthusiasts, artists, or anyone who is inspired by the beauty of the cosmos, this poster serves as a stunning focal point that will captivate all who gaze upon it.

Bring the Universe's Most Extreme Star Home

Transform your living, work, and creative space with the Lionel Majzik: Eta Carinae Poster and allow the magnificence of this hypergiant star to inspire your sense of wonder and curiosity about the universe we reside in. Invest in this breathtaking piece and explore the cosmos every day from the comfort of your home.