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Galaxies in Motion: Turning Space Images into Visual Stories

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The Brief

What this project is really about

Have you ever looked at pictures of space and wondered what those bright colors and shapes really mean? In this creative project, you’ll work with real images of galaxies—huge collections of stars far beyond our own solar system—and learn how to turn what you see into your own visual art. With guidance from Prof. Raja Guha Thakurta, an astrophysicist at UC Santa Cruz, you’ll explore how scientists study galaxies using powerful telescopes like Hubble and James Webb. You’ll look closely at the shapes, colors, and patterns in galaxy photos and learn what they tell us about space. Then, you’ll use those ideas to create your own artwork that shows what a galaxy looks like, how it moves, or what story it tells. Here’s what you’ll create:1. Visual Art Piece: A drawing, digital design, painting, collage, or mixed media piece based on a galaxy or space concept.2. Story Behind the Art: A short explanation (300–500 words) of what the galaxy is, what inspired the design, and the science it’s connected to. 3. Space Art Showcase: Share your artwork and story with your school peer group in a space art showcase event at school! Here’s what you’ll learn: ● What galaxies are and how scientists study them using light and images. ● How to recognize shapes, colors, and patterns in space and what they mean. ● How to turn science ideas into creative visual stories.● How to talk about your ideas with others in a fun and confident way. You don’t need to be a science expert or an artist to join—just bring your curiosity and creativity. This is your chance to explore space and tell your own story through art!

Skills & Learning

What you'll walk away knowing how to do

This project isn't about memorising facts. It's about building capabilities that transfer — to your next project, your next class, and beyond.

🔬Astronomical Data AnalysisScience . Maths

📐Data VisualisationMaths . Computer Science

📖Science CommunicationEnglish . Media

🎭Visual StorytellingCreative Arts

🔬Scientific InquiryScience

Expert Guidance

Learn from someone who does this for a living

You're not learning from a textbook. You're learning from a practitioner.

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Project Mentor

Your Mentor

Puragraha GuhaThakurta

UC Santa Cruz

Puragraha GuhaThakurta brings real-world expertise and professional depth to this project, guiding students through every phase with insight that goes beyond the classroom.

Project Journey

Four phases. One real outcome.

Here's exactly what you'll do — and in what order. No surprises.

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Phase One

Research & Discover

Immerse yourself in the problem. Gather real data, talk to stakeholders, and understand the landscape from primary and secondary sources.

⏱ Week 1

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Phase Two

Analyse & Ideate

Find the patterns. Identify root causes, generate multiple solution ideas, and stress-test which approaches are genuinely feasible.

⏱ Week 2

3

Phase Three

Design & Build

Create your solution — whether it's a prototype, proposal, campaign, or product. Make it real enough to show an actual audience.

⏱ Week 3

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Phase Four

Present & Reflect

Present your work, field questions, and articulate what you learned. Document your journey so others can build on it.

⏱ Week 4

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