Stellar Spectra and the Road Map to the Moon

Cyanotypes • Astronomers • Mathematicians • Scientists • Katherine Johnson • Williamina Fleming

Stellar Spectra and the Road Map to the Moon

Name: Stellar Spectra and the Road Map to the Moon
Brand: Chloe Mccarrick
SKU: Mounted
Price: 295.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

£295

Inspiration + Technique

Inspired by NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson

During her extraordinary 33 year career, Katherine Johnson broke boundaries and paved the way for women in STEM. The space agency noted her historical role as one of the first African American women to work for NASA, earning a reputation for mastering complex manual calculations and helped lead the way for the use of computers to perform tasks.

She computed the trajectory for Alan Shepard's first space flight and worked on the Apollo 11 mission that landed the first men on the moon. Katherine was a woman who handled great fame with genuine humility and great tragedy with enduring hope, her remarkable journey ultimately brings into focus a determined woman who navigated tough racial terrain with soft-spoken grace—and the unrelenting grit required to make history and inspire future generations.

Katherine's contributions extended beyond her groundbreaking work. Her determination to excel in a field dominated by men, her ability to break through racial and gender barriers, and her humility in the face of overwhelming achievements serve as an enduring source of inspiration. Her legacy is not just about the numbers but about the transformative power of intellect and determination to challenge the status quo.

Katherine Johnson's name is forever etched in the annals of space history, reminding us all that the pursuit of knowledge knows no boundaries. Her story continues to inspire generations, especially women and minorities in STEM fields, to reach for the stars, break free from societal constraints, and let their brilliance shine as brightly as the stars in the cosmos. Katherine Johnson's life is a testament to the boundless human potential, a symbol of triumph over adversity, and a beacon of hope for a more inclusive and equitable future.

Technique

Stellar Spectra And The Road Map To The Moon was created by constructing a hand-cut collage using female photographic portraiture, a photogram of a wasp nest combined with hand-painted chemigrams creating planetary structures, illustrations of lunar cycles, photographs of a NASA rocket and halo made of golden rods and NASA logo.

After coating the vintage computer punch cards with light-sensitive chemistry, they are left to dry in a dark room. The large scale negatives are contact printed onto the paper by exposing to daylight (UV rays). The cards are processed by thoroughly washing in water to remove any unexposed solution, then hung to dry, developing to full density Prussian blue after 24 hours. Once dry, the cards are window mounted.

Medium

Cyanotype, vintage computer punch cards

Punch Card

Dimensions

Size Medium: 356mm x 280mm

Unframed

Unmounted: 85mm x 187.3mm Mounted: 356mm x 280mm (Double window mounted)

Frame + Materials

Unframed, double window soft-white mount

This artwork is sold unframed. Get in touch to discuss framing options.

Mount

This artwork is conservation-mounted and set within a soft-white/cream window mount board, showcasing the punch card edging. Conservation mounting uses acid-free, lignin-free materials to protect and preserve the artwork over time.

Paper

Vintage computer programming punch cards: 100gsm / Found material / Recycled / Ink Printed Numbers / PH Neutral / Smooth

Stellar Spectra and the Road Map to the Moon

£295

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‘In the silence of contemplation, we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one thought at a time.’

Katherine Johnson,Williamina Fleming

The timeless art of cyanotype printmaking

Cyanotypes, often referred to as 'blueprints', harness the power of sunlight to capture intricate designs and forms.

This age-old technique involves treating paper with a specific chemical concoction, placing objects or negatives atop, and then exposing it to sunlight.

Stellar Spectra and the Road Map to the Moon is a unique, one-of-a-kind creation crafted on a vintage computer punch card, accompanied by a signed certificate of authenticity.

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Inspiration:	Katherine Johnson and Hypatia Of Alexandria
Year:	2023
Materials:	Cyanotype, vintage computer punch cards
Dimensions:	356mm x 280mm (Double window mounted)

Inspiration:	Katherine Johnson and Hypatia Of Alexandria
Year:	2023
Materials:	Cyanotype, vintage computer punch cards
Dimensions:	356mm x 280mm (Double window mounted)

Shipping Cost	All artworks: Free Postcards & small goods: £2.95
Delivery Time	2-3 days (from placing the order)
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Tax	Included in price
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Shipping Cost	All artworks: Free Postcards & small goods: $7.25
Delivery Time	3-6 days (from placing the order)
Delivery Method	DHL or Parcelforce Courier Service Professionally packaged, including custom crates when necessary Smalls goods via Royal Mail
Tracking	You will be sent a tracking number once the artwork has been shipped

Sales Tax	Included in price
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Shipping Cost	Postcards & small goods: £4.50 Unframed art: £14.95 Framed art - mini & small: £25 Framed art - medium: £65 Framed art - large & extra large: £95
Delivery Time	3-6 days (from placing the order)
Delivery Method	DHL or Parcelforce Courier Service Professionally packaged, including custom crates when necessary Smalls goods via Royal Mail
Tracking	You will be sent a tracking number once the artwork has been shipped

Shipping Cost	Postcards & small goods: £9.95 Unframed art: £14.95 Framed art - mini & small: £25 Framed art - medium: £150 Framed art - large & extra large: £250
Delivery Time	7-10 days (from placing the order)
Delivery Method	DHL or Parcelforce Courier Service Professionally packaged, including custom crates when necessary
Tracking	You will be sent a tracking number once the artwork has been shipped