Large peaks rise around edges of a large crater in the center of the piece with small craters surrounding it. Illuminated, the detail of the craggy texture of Psyche’s landscape is emphasized. Shades of white, yellow, and orange create the highlights. Shades of reds and purples form the shadows of the peaks and craters. Purple and pinks waves of light fill the void surrounding the landscape.

Impact

Binh-An Nguyen

December 18, 2019

Major: Chemistry (Art Minor)

Genre/Medium: oil pastel

About the work: Color plays an important role in this piece, as the colors used are based on the Psyche Mission logo. I wanted to represent that what we know about the surface of Psyche now is all based on the research being done by the Psyche team. Eventually, their work will lead to us being able to finally see all the textures that grace Psyche’s surface. Currently, it is believed that because Psyche may be mostly metal, the craters from impacts will have “peaks” around their edges, which may be unique to Psyche alone. Therefore, this is my interpretation of what Psyche’s surface may possibly look like.

Date Added: 12-18-2019
Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Binh-An Nguyen - Psyche Inspired

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