How do we apply scientific insights while creating astrophysical animations, and how help connect artists to the science of astronomy? Our panelists detail the process of transforming the 2D view of the Pillars of Creation into a scientifically-vetted 3D visualization. Following a panel we learn about the strategy behind an astrophysics course tailored for a classroom of artists.
This was captured from a Zoom stream on June 26, 2024.
00:00 - A Deep Dive into the Creation of the Pillars of Creation (Panel)
39:50 - Teaching Astrophysics to Artists (Talk)
Panelists:
Frank Summers (Principal Visualization Scientist, STScI, moderator)
Alyssa Pagan (Science Visuals Developer, STScI)
Leah Hustak (Senior Motion Designer, STScI)
Ralf Crawford (Senior Motion Designer, STScI)
Contributed Talk:
Jack Madden, Ph. D., M.F.A.
Links to the Pillars of Creation visualization:
The Pillars of Creation and the Interplay of Stars and Dust
ua-cam.com/video/1itvyekUbWU/v-deo.html
Shorter Viz without narration:
The Pillars of Creation: A 3D Multiwavelength Exploration
ua-cam.com/video/6aqnBoCuVVU/v-deo.html
Production Reel - released in January
The Creation of Pillars
ua-cam.com/video/Slx91ASCiXw/v-deo.html