50 years of NASA art at National Air and Space Museum in DC, opening May 28

50 years of NASA art at National Air and Space Museum in DC, opening May 28: "

Above, 'Sunrise Suit-up,' Martin Hoffman, 1988, mixed media: 'Television screens in the media area at the Kennedy Space Center. The launch pad can be seen in the distance beyond Banana River. It is one moment of calm before the frenzy of launch activity.'

This work is on display at the National Air and Space Museum's Mall building from May 28 to Oct. 9, 2011, as part of the 'NASA | Art: 50 Years of Exploration' exhibition.