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Stratocumulus cloud line over E. Pacific
Frontal stratocumulus clouds over the Pacific Ocean. The clouds delineate the boundary of a mass of warm air (top left) that has come from the Californian coast some 580km away. Usually, the clouds form just off the coast. In this instance, however, the continental Santa Ana winds have blown the warm air much farther over the Ocean before the clouds have formed. This photograph was taken by the crew of Shuttle Atlantis during the STS-44 Mission of 24 November - 1 December 1991
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31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 31x27 inches (787x685mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 58.9cm x 59.9cm (23.2" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a mesmerizing sight of stratocumulus clouds stretching across the expansive East Pacific Ocean. The cloud line elegantly delineates the boundary of a mass of warm air, originating from the Californian coast approximately 580 kilometers away. Typically, these clouds form just off the coast, but in this extraordinary instance, the continental Santa Ana winds have carried the warm air much farther over the ocean before their formation. Taken by the skilled crew aboard Shuttle Atlantis during their STS-44 Mission between November 24th and December 1st in 1991, this image offers a unique perspective on our planet's weather patterns. It serves as a testament to both nature's beauty and its intricate interplay with climate systems. The stratocumulus cloud type is renowned for its low altitude and distinct layered appearance. Its presence here not only adds an ethereal touch to Earth's atmosphere but also provides valuable insights into meteorology and cloud dynamics. As we gaze upon this photograph captured from space, let us appreciate how it reminds us of our planet's interconnectedness and delicate balance. It invites contemplation about how even seemingly small shifts in wind patterns can shape weather phenomena on such grand scales. Science Photo Library has once again delivered an awe-inspiring visual that sparks curiosity about our world's natural wonders while highlighting humanity's continuous quest for knowledge in understanding them better.
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