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Butterflies on the Sun: Mapping planet sized spots on the surface of our star.
Dark spots on the sun have captivated humans for millennia, but it wasn't until the 19th century that Edward and Annie Maunder mapped their rhythmic dance. "Butterflies on the Sun" explores the history of the famous "Butterfly Diagram" and details how this astrophysical chart was transformed into a monumental glass-ceiling installation for the Changwon Sculpture Biennale.
jmfwhittle
Apr 10, 20246 min read
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