Showcase a grand design spiral with this M81 Galaxy Poster. Also known as Bode's Galaxy, M81 lies about 12 million light years away in Ursa Major and is a favorite target for professional observatories and backyard imagers alike. Our design forward treatment highlights its sweeping spiral arms, bright core, and dust lanes for a striking piece that fits modern homes, studios, offices, and classrooms.

Why You'll Love It

• Iconic deep space subject: M81 is a classic grand design spiral galaxy with well defined arms and a luminous nucleus.
• Design forward: Clean composition and balanced contrast that frame beautifully in contemporary interiors.
• Gift ready: Perfect for astronomy fans, science classrooms, and space themed interiors.
• Archival quality: Museum grade matte paper and pigment inks for crisp detail and long lasting color.

About M81

Messier 81 sits in the M81 Group near M82 and shows prominent dust lanes, HII regions, and a bright bulge. Explore trusted references and observing guides:

NASA — Hubble Messier 81 · ESA/Hubble — M81 Image Archive · Wikipedia — Messier 81. Prefer more astronomy art? Browse our Space Collection.

Print & Frame Details

• Museum quality 189 gsm matte paper with archival pigment inks
• Framed options: 0.75" Ayous wood frame in black, white, or natural with lightweight Acrylite front
• Hanging hardware included on framed prints
• Available sizes: 5x7, 8x10, 11x14, 12x18, 16x20, 18x24, 24x36 inches
• Printed to order to reduce waste and ensure fresh, clean prints

Thoughtful Craftsmanship

Each print is produced to order with careful color review and durable materials so your art arrives ready to display and made to last.

About Swell Scenes

Swell Scenes creates design forward wall art inspired by space, science, and the places we love on Earth — from national parks and world cities to galaxies and nebulae.