This is a real photograph of another galaxy taken by Thomas Read. The Independent informs us about the photo:
"The Sunflower Galaxy, by Thomas Read (UK, aged 12): Winner of the robotic scope category. A spiral system like the Milky Way, Messier 63 has arms which encircle the yellowish centre of the galaxy like the petals of a flower, earning it the nickname of the Sunflower Galaxy. This image was captured by the young photographer using the Bradford Robotic Telescope in Tenerife, which he controlled over the internet"
So that's what another galaxy looks like, huh? And they named it after Mark Messier? Nice call.
Click on this link for a better look:
http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/art/features/out-of-this-world-astronomy-photographer-of-the-year-8159658.html?action=gallery&ino=11
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