A new exhibition that explores the impact of space debris has opened at Jodrell Bank.
Our Fragile Space is the brainchild of international photographer and creative director, Max Alexander, who specialises in science communication through visual storytelling.
The photography exhibition investigates how the growing number of satellites impacts optical and radio astronomy and the loss of the night sky for humanity.
Max also delves into the wider story of how space is intertwined with our everyday lives and society, examining how much of modern life is governed by this technology and the sustainability measures that are being taken to protect this fragile environment.
A year in the making, the creative process saw Max venture to the top of volcanoes in the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, clean rooms across Europe, mega-constellation launches on both coasts of the United States, and a farm in England. It also took him on a journey through the space sector, spending time in space agencies, government, military, regulation, insurance market, astronomy and space sustainability enterprises.
Our Fragile Space has been part-funded by SKA Observatory and Discover the Bluedot. The exhibition is open now and will run until Sun 17 Sep. Head over to the Jodrell Bank website for more information.
Sat 17 Jun - Sun 17 Sep, Jodrell Bank, Bomish Ln, Macclesfield SK11 9DW
- Words:
- Bradley Lengden
- Published on:
- Mon 19 Jun 2023
