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deepskyjourney
23-03-2025, 08:14 AM
Deep within the constellation Monoceros, the Rosette Nebula blazes as a cosmic forge, where gravity and radiation sculpt vast towers of gas and dust. This central region is where stars ignite, forging the elements that may one day become new worlds.​

This two-panel mosaic captures the nebula’s elaborate core, where the young, searing-hot stars of NGC 2244 blaze through the surrounding clouds, shaping an ever-evolving masterpiece. Every arc and filament in this celestial furnace tells the story of the universe’s endless cycle—destruction, rebirth, and the birth of light itself.​

Want to see all details up close? Ultra HD, 15K resolution version can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/Gigapan-RP-Astro

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Tech specs:

Total integration: 37h 30m

Integration per filter:
- Hα: 13h 10m (79 × 600’)
- SII: 13h 50m (83 × 600’)
- OIII: 10h 30m (63 × 600’)

Equipment:

- Telescope: Askar 130PHQ
- Camera: @zwoastro ASI2600MM Pro
- Mount: @skywatcheraustralia NEQ6-Pro
- Filters: Antlia 3nm Narrowband SHO 36 mm
- Drizzled 2x

Thank you.

gregbradley
24-03-2025, 10:00 AM
Wow, that is a stunning image Rod. Incredible detail.

Greg.

deepskyjourney
24-03-2025, 07:17 PM
Thank you very much!

FrancoRodriguez
04-04-2025, 09:08 AM
Really lovely image. Is this a foraxx palette?

Dave882
05-04-2025, 04:10 PM
Beautiful capture. One of the most detailed images of the rosette I’ve ever seen. Lovely rich colour pallet just tops it off. Lovely!