The Solar System — Portraits of Our Celestial Family (National Geographic)

616 × 464 mm (Landscape) • Published 2012 • Paper / Laminated / Laminated + Hang Rails / Canvas / Canvas + Hang Rails • Made in Australia

Bring the planets home. National Geographic’s “The Solar System: Portraits of Our Celestial Family” presents all eight planets in a clean, gallery-style composition—balanced colour, crisp detail, and wall-readable labels that make it as informative as it is beautiful.

🌌 At a Glance

• Complete planetary set: Mercury • Venus • Earth • Mars • Jupiter • Saturn • Uranus • Neptune

• Comparative presentation: See relative appearance and atmospheric/ surface character at a glance

• Clarity-first layout: Calm palette, consistent typography, and generous spacing for distance viewing

• Educational cues: Clear titling and captions that support quick reference and classroom discussion

Why This Poster Works

• Instant comprehension: A single visual that anchors lessons, briefings, or curiosity-driven chats

• Design-forward: Neutral background and balanced margins suit modern homes, offices, and labs

• Built to last: Archival HP pigment inks resist fading; materials chosen for long-term display

🎨 Finishes & Display Options

📄 Paper (FSC® 160 gsm, Matte-Coated)

• Smooth, low-glare stock—ideal for framing under glass

• Printed with archival Hewlett-Packard pigment inks for excellent fade resistance

💧 Laminated (True Encapsulation)

• Printed on 120 gsm and sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate (edge-sealed)

• Wipe-clean • Tear-resistant • Marker-friendly (use non-permanent whiteboard markers)

• Great for classrooms, workshops, and high-traffic spaces

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to Hang)

• Natural lacquered timber rails (top & bottom) + top hanging cord

• Clean, frame-free presentation—hang from a single hook

• ⏱️ Please allow up to 10 working days for rail fitting by our framer

🖼️ Canvas (HP 395 gsm Professional Matte)

• Gallery-grade texture with archival HP pigment inks for rich detail and fade resistance

• Low-glare, tactile finish—ideal for design-led interiors

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails

• Same premium canvas, finished with natural timber rails + top hanging cord

• Ready-to-hang, gallery-style statement piece

• ⏱️ Please allow up to 10 working days for rail fitting

Dry-erase markers are recommended only on laminated versions.

📐 Specifications

Who Uses It

• STEM educators & labs: A dependable visual anchor for planetary science

• Design studios & offices: Elegant, conversation-starting wall art with scientific credibility

• Libraries & public spaces: Engaging, durable, and easy to read from a distance

• Home learning & kids’ rooms: Inspires curiosity and supports everyday learning

Pair It With (Customer Favourites)

• Moon — Atlas of the World for nearby detail

• Mars — Exploring the Red Planet to dive into our most-studied neighbour

🤝 Our Commitment

• Local craftsmanship: Printed and finished in Australia for consistent quality and responsive support

• Clarity you can trust: Legends, colours, and label hierarchies tuned for wall readability

• Archival build: FSC® papers, heavy-duty canvas, and HP pigment inks for long-term colour stability

• Packed with care: Hand-checked and securely boxed to arrive clean and display-ready

Add the Solar System to your wall today. Choose Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Hang Rails, Canvas, or Canvas + Hang Rails—and enjoy a timeless planetary portrait that’s both beautiful and brilliantly useful.