Umbra Collection

Rainbow wrasse, argus wrasse, brown meagre, and shi drum
Rainbow wrasse, Coris julis 30, argus wrasse, Halichoeres argus 31, brown meagre, Sciaena umbra 32 and shi drum, Umbrina cirrosa 33

Clouded bemastistes, glassy acraea and white
Clouded bemastistes, Bematistes umbra 1, 2, common glassy acraea, Acraea quirina 3, 4, and white acraea, Acraea circeis 5, 6. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Emblema XLV Sol et ejus umbra perficiunt opus
Emblema XLV: Sol et ejus umbra perficiunt opus. Michaelis Majeri, Secretioris naturae secretorum scrutinium chymicum: per oculis et intellectui accurate accommodata

Facade of Orvieto Cathedral (Duomo di Orvieto), Orvieto, Terni, Umbra, Italy
The Cathedral of Orvieto is a large 14th-century Roman Catholic cathedral situated in the town of Orvieto in Umbria, central Italy

Sciaena umbra, or Shade Fish
Sciaena umbra, also known as Shade Fish, Brown Meagre and Maigre. Date: 1863

A diagram illustrating how eclipses are created

A solar eclipses partially shades the Earth below while the emerging sun lights the remainder of the planet

Symbolism and modern science. Frontispiece of Ars Magna Lucis and Umbra by Athanasius Kircher (Amsterdam, 1671). Traditional Hermetic/Alchemical symbols are mixed with a telescope

Solar eclipse geometry, artwork. Solar eclipses occur when the Moon passes across the Sun as seen from the Earth. The Moons shadow consists of a dark central umbra surrounded by the lighter penumbra

Sunspots. Swedish One-metre Solar Telescope image of sunspots on the surface of the Sun. Sunspots are cooler regions of the Suns surface that appear dark against their brighter, hotter surroundings

Solar eclipse geometry, artwork
Solar eclipse geometry, computer artwork. Solar eclipses occur when the Moon passes across the Sun as seen from the Earth

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"Umbra: A World of Shadows and Spectacles" In the depths of the ocean, a vibrant dance unfolds. The Rainbow wrasse, argus wrasse, brown meagre, and shi drum paint an underwater canvas with their kaleidoscope of colors. Amidst this aquatic symphony, the Clouded bemastistes, glassy acraea, and white corals add a touch of ethereal beauty. But beyond the marine realm lies another manifestation of umbra. In Italy's Umbria region stands the majestic facade of Orvieto Cathedral (Duomo di Orvieto), casting its imposing shadow over history-rich cobblestone streets. This architectural masterpiece embodies centuries-old craftsmanship that has stood against time's relentless passage. Meanwhile, in California's NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center, photographers like Carla Thomas capture rare celestial events with their lenses. On January 31st, they immortalize the breathtaking Super Blue Blood Moon eclipse—a sight that only graces our skies once in a blue moon. The Latin phrase "Emblema XLV Sol et ejus umbra perficiunt opus" resonates deeply as it translates to "The sun and its shadow complete the work. " It reminds us that light cannot exist without darkness; shadows give depth to our existence. Whether it be beneath tranquil waves or amidst ancient architecture or even gazing at cosmic wonders above—umbra unveils itself in various forms, and is both a testament to nature's artistry and humanity's pursuit of capturing fleeting moments through photography. As we marvel at these snapshots frozen in time by talented individuals like Carla Thomas or Ken Ulbrich from NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center—we are reminded that within every shade lies an untold story waiting to be discovered.