#crystalconstellations

I have been so mesmerized by plotting star points and creating 3D models of the constellations that I forgot to post the animation for the Bull. Taurus is home to two asterisms closest to Earth, the Pleiades and the Hyades. These star clusters fall within this constellation and are visible to the naked eye. The Bull is a large constellation and can be found in the northern hemisphere’s winter and spring sky. If you are looking for this constellation, find the 3 stars of Orion’s Belt and follow them as they point to a giant star and the brightest in Taurus, Aldebaran, and the Pleiades. ♉️ Bull (Taurus) Apr 20-May 20 . . . #crystalconstellations #bull #taurus #earthsign #constellations #pleiades #hyades #asterism #aldebaran #astrology #zodiac #stars #birthday #may #april #art #prints #giclees #geometricart #sacredgeometry #carinreichstudio https://www.instagram.com/p/CP_ovZYHFh7/?utm_medium=tumblr

Data visualization is fun. Happy Friday ✨ . . . #crystalconstellations #constellations #ecliptic #zodiac #starmath #datavisualization #geometricart #carinreichstudio https://www.instagram.com/p/CPb4XSQFsON/?utm_medium=tumblr

Pisces is the Latin plural for fish and is the 14th largest constellation found in the Northern sky. This constellation is not easy to view with the naked eye but is seen as a distant pair of fish connected by one cord joined at a single point. In Roman myth, Venus and Cupid tied themselves with a rope and transformed into fish to escape the monster Typhon.  The second image in this post is "Pisces”, one of the cards in the incredible Urania’s Mirror, first published in 1824 and engraved by Sidney Hall. The card pictured is from the second edition. An extra little fact…Pisces contains the point at which the sun crosses the celestial equator into the Northern Hemisphere marking the vernal equinox around March 20. I have been noticing how much lighter the days are getting. Springtime…here we come!! Feb 19 - Mar 20 you are a Pisces ♓️ . . . #crystalconstellations #fishes #pisces #watersign #constellations #astrology #zodiac #stars #birthday #march #february #art #prints #giclees #geometricart #sacredgeometry #carinreichstudio https://www.instagram.com/p/CLm2pLlFp_d/?igshid=19y6sdcr7d66w

Leo is Latin for lion and this constellation is found in the Northern celestial hemisphere between Cancer and Virgo. To the ancient Greeks this constellation represented the Nemean Lion killed by Heracles aka Hercules to the ancient Romans. The lion was a vicious monster and could not be killed with mortals' weapons because its golden fur was resistant to attack. Its claws were sharp and could cut through armor. Leo’s are optimistic and enthusiastic which is helpful during these stressful pandemic times. Are you feeling like you want to bang on some drums or yell as loud as you can? Unleash your inner Lion and let’s hear you ROAR!!! Harness the energy of the Lion and channel it for good and creativity. Art prints make unique and personalized birthday gifts! Consider getting your favorite Leo a print https://www.carinreich.com/shop/lion . . . #crystalconstellations #lion #leo #firesign #constellations #astrology #zodiac #stars #birthday #july #august #art #prints #giclees #geometricart #sacredgeometry #carinreichstudio https://www.instagram.com/p/CDPeaM7lBXg/?igshid=1aeiulcry6oak

Cancer is Latin for crab and is the dimmest of the Zodiac constellations. It is practically impossible to see even with binoculars. In traditional configurations the Crab , looks like an upside-down Y. I based my interpretation of the Crab on a more pictorial configuration thanks to H.A. Rey. In astrology, Cancers are known to be loving and deeply sensitive. They are great friends, partners and parents. Crabs are moody and vulnerable, but crave harmony and happiness for everyone around them. I have many amazing crabs in my life and love and appreciate them deeply. ♋️ Crab (Cancer) Jun 21-Jul 22 . . . #crystalconstellations #crab #cancer #watersign #constellations #astrology #zodiac #stars #haRey #thestars #birthday #june #july #art #prints #geometricart #sacredgeometry #carinreichstudio https://www.instagram.com/p/CCRRR1ylesy/?igshid=ifp6cfk7nh5u

Gemini is Latin for "twins," and this constellation is dominated by Castor and Pollux, two bright stars that appear closely together. These stars represent the twin’s heads as the other stars can be visualized as two parallel lines descending from the heads, making the constellation look like two figures. I have worked with constellations and astrology for decades and it is important to note that H. A. Rey has been a big influence on how I view the constellations. The author and illustrator of Curious George created a book, “The Stars”, in which the Twins are shown holding hands. I have based the Crystal Constellation series on H.A Rey’s interpretation. Energetic, communicative and clever, the Twins are glass half-full thinkers. We all need the Gemini energy of optimism right now to move through these challenging times. ➡️ Swipe to check out the traditional configuration of the Twins and H. A. Rey's alternative way of connecting the stars of the constellation Gemini. ♊️ Twins (Gemini) May 21-Jun 20 . . . #crystalconstellations #twins #gemini #airsign #castorandpollux #constellations #HARey #TheStars #astrology #zodiac #stars #birthday #may #june #art #prints #giclees #geometricart #sacredgeometry #carinreichstudio https://www.instagram.com/p/CBTMJh9FmlK/?igshid=iw4x9yd3ab0o

With so much chaos and distraction in our world I almost forgot to post the steadfast Bull. Taurus is Latin for bull and is located in the Northern celestial hemisphere. Taurus is a large constellation and hosts the Pleiades, one of the star clusters nearest to Earth and known to ancient cultures throughout time. Pleiades is a fascinating cluster, formed from a giant molecular cloud and it’s stars are bound together by gravitational attraction. The Bull, an earth sign, is the second sign in the zodiac. Astrologically speaking, Bulls are known to be ambitious, focused, and resilient. They are also incredibly loyal and reliable. ♉️ Bull (Taurus) Apr 20-May 20 . . . #crystalconstellations #bull #taurus #earthsign #constellations #pleiades #astrology #zodiac #stars #birthday #may #april #art #prints #giclees #geometricart #sacredgeometry #carinreichstudio https://www.instagram.com/p/B_dNMtnlRve/?igshid=lust9e5bbf8j

The Sun entering Aries marks the beginning of spring and the start of the astrological new year. It is a mid-size constellation located in the Northern celestial hemisphere. Aries is Latin for ram and is considered a fiery and intense zodiac sign. As our world presently sparks with uncertainty and fear, the Ram reminds us of our strength and resilience. Take this time to brainstorm new plans and have belief and faith in the human spirit! ♈️ Ram (Aries) Mar 21-April 19 . . . #crystalconstellations #ram #aries #firesign #constellations #astrology #zodiac #stars #birthday #march #april #art #prints #giclees #geometricart #sacredgeometry #carinreichstudio https://www.instagram.com/p/B-P3X2dlUGp/?igshid=hbkcwveaaq3k