The image is a close-up of the sun as seen by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory. The sun is bright orange in color and appears to be in the center of the image. It is surrounded by a black background, which makes the sun stand out even more. The surface of the planet is smooth and shiny, with a few small white dots scattered across it. The image is taken from a distance, so the sun is the only source of light in the image, making it appear as bright as the sun.