Inspiration-
This artwork was inspired by Cecilia Helena Payne-Gaposchkin, a pioneering astrophysicist and probably the most eminent women astronomers of all time. Payne’s discovery deriving true cosmic abundance of elements from stellar spectra profoundly changed what we know about the universe, and her work began a revolution in astrophysics.

This pioneering astrophysicist is a shining star in the cosmos of scientific achievement. Her groundbreaking work on the composition of stars transformed our understanding of the universe by revealing that hydrogen and helium are the primary elements in the cosmos.

In a time when the field of astrophysics was overwhelmingly male-dominated, Payne-Gaposchkin's brilliance broke through barriers and paved the way for countless women in science. Her legacy is not just one of scientific discovery but also of unwavering perseverance and determination, proving that the pursuit of knowledge knows no gender, only the boundless depths of human curiosity and intellect. Cecilia's contributions to our understanding of the universe continue to inspire generations of scientists to reach for the stars.

This is taken from the series "Women Who Unlocked The Universe"- A Space Of One's Own: These powerful figures in time revolutionised our understanding of the universe and provided invaluable contributions to the field of astronomy, astrophysics and space travel. In pursuing their passions for the heavens, scouring the skies for stellar spectra, chasing comets and mapping the cosmos they ultimately unlocked the mysteries of the universe.