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Collect and distribute the best high-definition space telescope images, emphasizing aesthetics and engaging the arts community. Monthly image releases coordinated with official press offices for wider distribution. Observations planned strategically for aesthetic appeal while being scientifically useful. Publicly engaging larger observing programs for expanded public involvement. Legacy observing plans combining public, science, and educational efforts. Utilize social networking for further outreach.
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Collect and distributethe “best”HST images • Emphasize aesthetics • Monthly image releasescoordinated with OPO/News • Engage the arts community http://heritage.stsci.edu/
DD orbits supplement archival observations • Observations planned to maximize aesthetic appeal of resulting images while maintaining scientific usefulness • HLSPs available in MAST, science return comparable to GO proposals • Larger observing programs with additional orbitsexpanded public engagement, GO involvement
Arp 142, interacting galaxies3D treatmentColliding galaxy challenge NGC 5189, planetary nebula3D treatment Horsehead Nebula, IRAmateur observing challenge
Further Public Engagement • “Legacy” observing planExpanded public/science/education engagement • Social networkingHubble Hidden Treasures (flickr) Hubble Image Processors forum (facebook)Amateur image processing hangouts (google+)