Binalong
Benjamin B. Alldridge
The universe around us is made up of myriad things. Dust, ice and gases all combine to produce a stunning array of colour and form. The view out of our own home galaxy, the Milky Way, is a beautiful example of that: rich in the stunning red of Hydrogen-Alpha (Hα), the vibrant teal of Oxygen-III (O III), and the rusty yellow of Sulphur-II (SII). These different gases each emit light at a specific wavelength, and allow us to observe the composition of nebulae and stars from afar, giving us a greater understanding of how areas of the universe may have formed.
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BEAKER STREET SCIENCE PHOTOGRAPHY PRIZE
This photograph was a finalist in Beaker Street’s annual Science Photography Prize. This highly-respected prize invites all Tasmanians to showcase the wonders of our extraordinary part of the world — which is teeming with science and scientists. Finalist images are displayed at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery during Beaker Street Festival each August, with great prizes on offer for Judges’ and People’s Choice winners.
The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize would not be possible without the support of Full Gamut, Tasmania’s premier fine art printers and long-time sponsor of this competition. Many thanks also go to Pennicott Wilderness Journeys, which donates a generous prize for the People’s Choice winner.
