Distorted Shadows of the Moon's Surface Created by an Annular Eclipse (2024 Custom Print)
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"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
Our Custom Prints and frames are all handmade to the highest standards. As each Custom Print and frame is made to your required specification, they take a little longer to prepare. 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 (those which are customised by choosing a size and frame) 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. Please check the size and frame options carefully so that you are happy as once ordered we will be unable to change. Every purchase supports the work of Royal Museums Greenwich.
"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
Our Custom Prints and frames are all handmade to the highest standards. As each Custom Print and frame is made to your required specification, they take a little longer to prepare. 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 (those which are customised by choosing a size and frame) 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. Please check the size and frame options carefully so that you are happy as once ordered we will be unable to change. Every purchase supports the work of Royal Museums Greenwich.
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