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Enrich your office decor or home with a large canvas wrap. It is designed for easy hanging with pre-installed hardware. Printed with archival inks and wrapped around a 1.5" thick gallery frame, your favorite art will have a timeless and impressive look that fits with any decor.
Photo by NASA in 2014
In the grand theater of the cosmos, the Spiral Galaxy M83, or Messier 83, is a spectacle worth beholding. This luminous galaxy is a virtuoso of celestial marvels, spinning a tale of light, darkness, and cosmic evolution that leaves us both enchanted and intrigued.
First Impressions: The Southern Pinwheel
Situated in the constellation Hydra, the M83 galaxy graces the night sky as a luminescent spectacle, christened the Southern Pinwheel for its striking resemblance to a radiant, whirling pinwheel. Nicolas Louis de Lacaille, a French astronomer, first glimpsed this marvel in 1752 and catalogued it as a nebula. However, the true nature of M83 - that of a barred spiral galaxy - was revealed with the progress of astronomy and technology. Located roughly 15 million light-years away, Messier 83 is one of the closest barred spiral galaxies to our Milky Way, making it an ideal subject for researchers to delve into the mysteries of the universe.
Cosmic Artistry: The Structure and Composition of M83
If galaxies were artists, M83 would be a master of impressionist art. A barred spiral galaxy like our Milky Way, M83 brandishes a stellar bar at its heart, with its spiral arms gracefully unfolding from the ends of this bar. This central feature is a cosmic conveyor belt, driving interstellar matter into the galaxy's core, fueling rampant star creation.
The galaxy's canvas stretches about 50,000 light-years across, slightly smaller than our own galaxy. M83's vibrant core and sprawling arms hold several billion stars. The glow of these young, blue stars against the golden backdrop of older stars paints an image of vigorous star formation and cosmic evolution.
Meanwhile, the spiral arms also host an array of pinkish nebulae – cosmic nurseries where stars are born and massive stars meet their explosive ends. This dramatic interplay of birth and death disperses the fundamental building blocks of planets and life, enriching the galaxy and its future generations of stars.
Bursting with Stars: M83 as a Starburst Galaxy
M83 is not just a regular galaxy; it's a starburst galaxy, distinguished by its extraordinarily high rate of star formation. The galaxy's nucleus is a cosmic fireworks display, continually birthing new stars at such an intense rate that its brightness outshines the galactic center of many other galaxies.
This whirlwind of stellar genesis is thought to be a result of interactions with neighboring galaxies and the galaxy's own internal dynamics. However, the exact trigger remains a cosmic puzzle, further adding to the enigma of M83.
Supernova Symphony
Not only is M83 a cradle of stars, but it is also a dramatic stage for their endings. The galaxy is a hotbed for supernovae - the explosive demise of massive stars. Since 1923, astronomers have recorded six supernovae in M83, an exceptionally high count for most galaxies. This supernova symphony is likely tied to the galaxy's exuberant star-making activities.
A Dark Enigma: The Mystery of Missing Mass
Adding to M83's repertoire of cosmic marvels is the perplexing mystery of "missing mass" or dark matter. Studies indicate that the mass of stars and gas within M83 falls short of the amount required to keep the galaxy bound together. This points to the presence of invisible, or "dark" matter, a ubiquitous but elusive substance that holds galaxies together.
M83: A Cosmic Laboratory
Owing to its proximity and vibrant features, M83 presents an ideal cosmic laboratory for astronomers. It is an exciting target for various telescopes, including the Hubble Space Telescope and the Chandra X-ray Observatory.
Observations from the Hubble Space Telescope have provided invaluable insight into the process of star formation and evolution. Simultaneously, Chandra has detected a wealth of high-energy phenomena in M83, including the remnants of supernovae and binary star systems with black holes and neutron stars.
The Never-Ending Story of M83
M83's tale is far from over. With each rotation of its spiral arms, it offers new mysteries and revelations. The Southern Pinwheel Galaxy continues to challenge and inspire us, testifying to the universe's ever-evolving narrative. As we explore its luminous arms and dark crevices, M83 propels us on an adventure of cosmic proportions, an endless journey into the wonders of the universe.
Finding the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy, M83, is a fascinating endeavor, particularly for those living in the Southern Hemisphere. But with the right tools, knowledge, and conditions, it's possible to locate this galaxy from virtually anywhere on Earth. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you locate M83:
Know When to Look: M83 is best viewed during the months of April, May, and June, when the constellation Hydra is most visible.
Locate the Constellation Hydra: Hydra is the largest of the 88 modern constellations and spans a significant part of the sky. It's easy to find if you can locate its brightest star, Alphard. Alphard can be found by first identifying the constellation Orion and then following a line southward from its belt stars.
Find Centaurus and Corvus: Hydra snakes its way around these two constellations. Once you locate Centaurus (which has two of the brightest stars in the sky, Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri) and Corvus (which forms a distinct quadrilateral), you can find the general area of the sky where M83 is located.
Pinpoint M83's Location: M83 lies on a line that you can draw between the stars Gamma Hydrae in the constellation Hydra and Gamma Corvi in the constellation Corvus. M83 is closer to Gamma Hydrae and is approximately halfway between these two stars and the star Xi Hydrae.
Use a Telescope: While M83 might be challenging to see with the naked eye due to its faintness and distance, a good pair of binoculars or a small telescope should allow you to see this galaxy as a faint, fuzzy patch of light under dark sky conditions.
Star Chart or Mobile Application: To aid your search, consider using a star chart or a mobile application. There are many astronomy apps available that use augmented reality to map out the night sky in real-time based on your location.
Remember, viewing conditions are crucial when observing deep-sky objects. You'll want to choose a clear night, far from city lights, and allow your eyes to adjust to the dark for at least 20 minutes. Happy stargazing!
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Superior Quality, Crafted By Hand
Our gallery quality large canvas wraps are each crafted by hand. They are professional canvas wraps meant to compliment any room. Built to last with precision around a wood frame, each canvas wrap is hand-stapled with care, so they stay firm with tight, clean corners for years to come. You will be able to easily hang your canvas wrap in minutes. Comes complete with a hanging kit at no extra cost.
Our archival inks prevent fading to preserve as much fine detail as possible over time. We use artist grade cotton/polyester canvas materials that are acid-free. These canvas materials are heavyweight for a quality feel.
The optional dust covers are designed for large canvas wraps to be used in high traffic areas or commercial spaces.
Our materials are gallery quality. Canvas prints are built with high quality, UV-resistant, environmentally-friendly, fade-resistant, latex archival inks and artist-grade poly-cotton canvas. Our archival inks prevent fading to preserve as much fine detail as possible over time.
Construction:
Built to last with precision around a 1.5 inch kiln-dried wood frame, a processed pine wood material that has all moisture removed to prevent further damage. Each frame also has extra support inside due to the large size of our canvas prints. Each canvas wrap is then hand-stapled with care to ensure tight corner folds and secure construction so they stay firm with tight, clean corners for years to come.
1.5" Kiln-Dried Framework
Hand Stretched, Tight Edges
Canvas material:
We use artist grade cotton/polyester canvas materials that are acid-free, specifically 65% Polyester and 35% Cotton. Polyester is used in order to preserve the durability, elasticity, and low cost of our products, yet still maintaining the natural, breathable qualities that cotton provides. Our acrylic coating further protects our canvas from damage and staining, keeping the canvas as low-maintenance as possible. Our final finish provides a Matte/Natural White look in order to maintain the neutrality of the base, so that our photos will look their best as they are stretched over the frame.
Our canvas prints are slightly more heavyweight for a quality feel, but it is much lighter than a standard framed painting and less likely to cause damage to the wall. With a medium weight of 320 grams per square meter (GSM) or 9.5 ounces per yard squared (OSY), our canvas is made to be just sturdy enough while still keeping the material light and flexible. There are 470 microns which measures the diameter of the fibers, making it about 7 times thicker than the average human hair! This thickness gives our canvas the durability it needs as well as the unique texture that accompanies canvas.
Clean Corner Fabrication
Printers and Ink
We have the latest HP Latex printers and archival ink to produce consistent and quality results. The inks are environment-friendly and reduce fading for up to 200 years according to HP.
Hanging hardware comes installed on each canvas wrap we fabricate. The type of hanger depends on the size of the art-piece. It may be a sawtooth hanger or a pre-installed cable bracket system for larger canvas wraps (see images below).
If you have chosen the finished back on your traditional canvas, we will cover the back of your canvas with a white dust cover. Installation is as easy as placing 1 or 2 screws/nails into the wall and then laying the cable or hanger over them. Lastly, tilt the canvas wrap until it is level.
Stainless steel cable hangers for larger canvas wraps
Sawtooth hangers for smaller canvas wraps
WhiteClouds is located in Ogden, Utah. All products are manufactured and shipped from our facilities. Various shipping methods will be used depending on the size of the product and the size of the order. Your shipment will be delivered by standard shipping carriers. Smaller packages will be delivered by USPS or FedEx. Larger and oversize packages will be delivered by UPS Freight or LTL carriers (motor cargo). Shipments may be divided up and delivered in multiple packages. When the package has been shipped, you will receive an email from us with tracking information.
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ORDER CANCELLATION: At WhiteClouds, we have a great team that works hard to fabricate and complete your order by hand, with the highest degree of quality. Once you place your order, our team begins the process of creating your unique canvas wrap.
To cancel your order, you must contact us within 24 hours of placing your order by calling 1-385-206-8700 or email us at support@whiteclouds.com.
Any cancellation requests after the 24-hour period will not be accepted.
DAMAGED ITEMS: Even though WhiteClouds takes great care in preparing items for shipment, occasionally there is damage during shipping. If you receive your order and it is damaged or broken, we will gladly replace your items.
If you receive the wrong canvas, we will gladly replace it at no extra cost to you!
Please report the damage within 24 hours of receiving the item(s) by contacting us at 1-385-206-8700 or email us at support@whiteclouds.com and we will send you a replacement.
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SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: We want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase so we offer a 30-day money back guarantee. If you don't like your canvas, simply ship it back to us as per our instructions and we will provide you with a full refund.
Contact us at 1-385-206-8700 or email us at support@whiteclouds.com and we will instruct you on how to return your purchase.
Please note that we do not cover the cost of return shipping, it is the responsibility of the customer to cover return shipping costs.
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How long does it take to fabricate a large canvas wrap? Each canvas wrap is carefully crafted by hand and usually takes 1 -3 days.
Can WhiteClouds ship to multiple locations? Yes, there may be additional shipping and handling charges. Please contact us to discuss options.
What is the warranty? Whiteclouds canvas wraps are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for 3 full years from the date of shipment. Misuse, neglect or alteration of product is not covered under this warranty. To view our Return Policy and Satisfaction Guarantee, click here.
What if I want a different size canvas wrap? We can fabricate custom sizes for our canvas wraps. Please look at our fabrication services at https://www.whiteclouds.com, call us at 1-385-206-8700, or email us at sales@whiteclouds.com.
What types of organizations are WhiteClouds customers? We work with customers all over the world in many industries, including many Fortune 500 organizations. See some of our customers here.
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