Distorted Shadows of the Moon's Surface Created by an Annular Eclipse (2024 Custom Print)
"This is a sequence of continuously captured images showing the progression of Baily's beads at 3rd contact during the 2023 annular eclipse. Baily's beads are formed when sunlight shines through the valleys and craters of the moon's surface, breaking the eclipse's well known ring pattern, and are only visible when the moon either enters or exits an eclipse. These are a challenge to capture due to their brevity and precise timing. Being that timing was everything, I was lucky to capture the transition of beads as they formed and disappeared during the end of annularity (3rd contact). Representing approximately 10 seconds, the stacked sequence was shot at 3 frames per second and includes the 'Ring of Fire' at maximum annularity starting on the left. As the sequence progresses, a sort of exaggerated projection is created of the moon's surface rough topography. For this image, I decided a cropped version was best allowing the viewer to appreciate the distorted lunar peaks and valleys." Ryan Imperio
Please check the size and frame options carefully so that you are happy, as once ordered we will be unable to make changes.
Our custom prints and frames are all handmade to the highest standards.
Custom prints are printed on sustainable, matt 250gsm conservation digital paper. Unframed prints are carefully rolled with acid free tissue paper inside a sturdy cardboard tube. Frames are made in the UK from sustainably- sourced woods.
Custom prints are made to order and therefore take a little longer than our standard fulfilment times. Please read our Delivery and returns page for our latest information about UK and international shipping.
Custom prints cannot be sent via our FedEx delivery service option.
Member and subscriber discounts do not apply to custom prints.
Frequently asked questions
Our standard processing and fulfillment time is 1-2 working days from the time you placed your order, excluding Custom Prints, online-only telescopes and personalised clothing.
All UK orders (excluding personalised clothing) are sent using a tracked service.
Custom Prints (those which are customised by choosing a size and frame) and personalised clothing take a little longer to fulfill due to being made to order.
Please see our Delivery and returns page for more information and last order dates.
Online-only telescopes are shipped directly from Celestron.
FREE Standard UK delivery for all orders over £50 (Royal Mail)
For all other orders, we offer Standard UK delivery for £4.95 per order (Royal Mail).
Delivery rate varies by country and value of order, and starts from as little as £6.95.
Please allow 5-7 working days for standard orders to be dispatched.
Custom Prints (those which are customised by choosing a size and frame) and personalised clothing take a little longer to fulfill due to being made to order. Please see our recommended last order dates for these items on our Delivery and returns page.
We send using a Royal Mail/FedEx tracked delivery service (excluding personalised products). Please allow 7-10 working days to receive after we have dispatched.
Please see our Delivery and returns page for all information.
For all returns, please contact us as soon as possible using the contact form, expressing your wish to return. Please wait for confirmation from one of our team before returning.
Custom Prints (those which are customised by choosing a size and frame) and personalised clothing are made to order and therefore we are unable to offer a refund or exchange, unless they are faulty.
Please see our Delivery and returns page for full information.
