Hubbles Rose - a new perspective

[strongmanmike]

To satisfy all (well more) tastes :) I decided to construct a more traditional narrow band image of the Rosette.

I went right back to the calibrated stacked sub frames and reconstructed from the ground up.

This version is less bold than the Tunnel of Fire (http://www.pbase.com/strongmanmike2002/rosette_nebula) and I used the Traditional Hubble pallet (SII Ha OIII), I also tightened up the stars a little and have it in the standard orientation.

I didn't go for complete RGB stars but rather star colours that better match the nebula colours.

NB: no animals this time :scared3:...well, maybe one

My favourite crop (http://www.pbase.com/strongmanmike2002/image/140817712/original) at 70% (shrink as necessary in your browser to fit it on your screen)

The whole shebang (http://www.pbase.com/strongmanmike2002/image/140817707/original) at 50%

Bok Globules (http://www.pbase.com/strongmanmike2002/image/140817720/original) at 100%

Leaping Cheetah (http://www.pbase.com/strongmanmike2002/image/140867388/original)

[LightningNZ]

Hey Mike,

I love this, very subtle use of colour. Most people way overdo the Hubble palette. Both this and Greg Bradley's recent shot of the Rosette are my favourite colourations of this wonderful object. Think I like the whole shebang the most too, you get to see all the shape and dimensionality.

Cheers,
Cam

P.S. Did you see my blending of Sadia's M42 luminosity and colour images? Can't wait to see the result of their new colour subs.

[gregbradley]

I like this one better than the original.

A very striking image and it clearly shows those dusty twisty sections as out in front of the main nebula behind them.

Such great resolution. One of the best Rosette's I've seen.

Greg.

[Paul Haese]

Nice combination and I agree a better composite than the tunnel of fire image. The hues and tones are nicley organized and this is what I would be personally aiming for when doing narrowband with RGB composites. :thumbsup:

[atalas]

Great which ever way you look at It Mike....excellent.

[strongmanmike]

Thanks for looking guys, sorry to Rosette everyone out :ashamed: :innocent: Although I liked the Tunnel of Fire for its boldness, I think the rolling crashing wave top left in this one and the cleaner stars has won me over :thumbsup:

Cam, yes I saw your M42 handy work.

Again thanks for the comments...I'm pretty sure I won't be repocessing this now :question: :P

[CoolhandJo]

Very nice.

[SkyViking]

Wow, I thought the first one was great but this just blows it away. Very impressive Mike! That's without doubt the best Rosette I have seen.

[Craig_L]

Stunning!

[Jeffkop]

Late on this thread Mike ... been away working ... first image Ive looked at for 2012 ... Stunning image to say the least ... I would like to know how much time you devoted to it

[Stevec35]

Yep - that's a winner for sure Mike. I like it much better than the tunnel of fire.

Cheers

Steve

[Ric]

That's a fantastic image Mike.

Very nicely done.

[pmrid]

Hi Mike, a wonderful rendition. Those Box globules are so sharp and 'floating'. We've got God's finger in Carina, God's Throne in the Cone; this looks like God's Lava Lamp. (Does anyone remember what those are?).
Peter

[strongmanmike]

Wow, that's a big call Rolf, thanks very much :eyepop:

Seems this is a more traditional narrowband look and is thus perhaps more appealing?

Mike



Glad it was a good welcoming back Jeff :)

How much time :question:.....two nights collecting the data then a few hours processing :D



Thanks Steve glad you like it, I like both for different reasons but I was happier with this later rendition, just seems to work better and is slightly cleaner, happier with teh stars on this too.



Thanks Ric :)



Oh ya Peter, I can only imagine what it could have looked like if I had actually had good seeing :rolleyes:...good seeing beats decon and sharpening any day.

Lava Lamps?..never had one but loved'em as a kid looking at'em in the shop window as well as those optic fibre lights!

Mike

[John Hothersall]

Love the structure you have thoughtfully brought out giving a fresh eye on an old object. Hubble flavour is always a winner with the structural depth and the Bok globs are really detailed and not soft as often seen at full res.

John.

[bokglob]

This one is exceptional Mike:eyepop: Stunning to say the least! The new setup seems to be performing well. Really nicely put togeather, Love it:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

[strongmanmike]

Thanks Darrell

Yes I am quite happy with the performance of the AG12, it is pretty well everything I was hoping for, fast with high res wide field of view - imaging heaven :) If I could just get it to dark skies and more importantly good seeing, I think the images from her would go up another notch.



I agree John, the hubble-like palette and the narrow band filters really bring out the features and details. As I said to Darrell, darker steady skies would allow her to shift up another gear I think ;)

Mike

[Ross G]

Hi Mike,

A stunning photograph!

Although I prefer the colours of your original photo, this one has a unique "3D" look to it. The differing levels of detail give it an amazing depth.

Thank you.

Ross.

[strongmanmike]

Thnaks Ross

See?......with the different versions, crops... and animals :question: - I aim to please ;) (even children) :lol:

Thanks for the comments and glad you liked'em :thumbsup:

Mike

[RickC]

beautiful image Mike and lots of detail to look at
thanks

[strongmanmike]

You're welcome Richard, speaking of details, I just posted a close up of the Leaping Cheetah in the Rosette :D

Mike

[cventer]

Nice Mike

This is my favourite version of this object I have seen to date. Love the color pallette and detail is amazing. On my 27" screen I open up the full version and surf around it. Well done.

[bloodhound31]

Seeing stuff like this coming from you guys makes me feel like I have been left waaaaay behind since I pulled the observatory down and took off on terrestrial pursuits. I don't know if I can claw my way back to your standard Mike, when the new obs gets built..... :(

Beautiful work!

Baz.

[richardo]

Yep, your favourite crop, is the pick of the.... ah mmm, crop:D

Seriously, this is stunning Mike!
I think this would have to be one of your best images that I can remember.
It has everything. Loads of great detail; this colour blend gives a great feel and depth.

Top shelf ol' son:thumbsup:

All the best
Rich

[strongmanmike]

Great t hear Chris :thumbsup: yes a 27" monitor wouldn't be bad, can you see the whole image without scrolling or shrinking at that screen size?



Thankyou Baz glad you liked it, I thought you were rebuilding the observatory :shrug:

Mike



So glad you liked it Rich, I value your honest and constructive feedback and given the quality of your own images, your critique means a lot to me :love2:

He he

Mike

[Leonardo70]

Mike .... another amazing work ... a reference one.

All the best,
Leo

[strongmanmike]

Thanks Leo ..ok...I'll swap you my Rosette for your NGC 891 :D

Mike

[iceman]

This is such a stunning image, I kept coming back to it. I like this version better - it really has a bit more depth and impact.
Even though I loved the animals ;)

It's now IOTW (http://www.iceinspace.com.au).

[Star Catcher]

Mike this is a specatacular rendition. Love the processing and lovely to trawl through. Thanks.
Ted.

[strongmanmike]

Well, fancy that, very Cool Mike :thumbsup:

Animals, they are everywhere :scared3:

:P

[atalas]

Congrats big guy! no surprise here,all version were excellent.

[cventer]

Mike the 50% version of the whole shebang is about 90% visible in full screen mode on 27"

[PetarB]

Been a while since I visited IceInSpace, and this is the first thing I see. What a great start to the new year - an absolutely gorgeous image. Thanks for posting it!

[Troy]

Nice images Mike, congrats on the IOTW :D

[Irish stargazer]

That is a stunning image. Well done!

[strongmanmike]

Cheers Patar (welcome home) Troy and John, thanks for your nice comments :thumbsup:

MIke

[prokyon]

Hi Mike,

awesome, very awesome! This version is a real stunner, fantastic!

Cheers

Werner

[strongmanmike]

That's awesome that you think it's awesome!

Awesome :thumbsup:

Mike

[Jo41]

WOW, fantastic shot! i am currently saving for my first camera as I would love to capture some photos even close to this. i doubt that will happen tho I will give it my best try/tries. BEAUTIFUL and inspiring!

[strongmanmike]

Well thankyou Jo

The imaging road ahead is tough at times but well worth travelling, the beautiful photons that fall from our universe are wasted on just your retina.... better to record them on a hard drive for ever :D

Mike

[Bassnut]

Stunning Mike, awesome detail and color. And to think you once thought NB sucked :-)

[strongmanmike]

Did I say that...? :eyepop: right, where's the soap :rolleyes:

Thanks Fred :thumbsup:

[multiweb]

Those rosette series you've done are amazing. Very very cool. Loads of details that I wasn't familiar with including the zoo section. I really like the subtle change of colors in the mid-ring. Reminds me of the variations of reds in the barnard loop. Top shelf. :thumbsup:

[strongmanmike]

Hey Marc, where you been dude?

Thanks glad you liked it/them - woof :thumbsup:

Mike

[Fabiomax]

Just to say I'm out of breath! For my taste, for processing, color and detail is the most beautiful rosette ever seen.
Cheers,
Fabiomax

[strongmanmike]

Wow :eyepop: Thankyou so much Fabio :thumbsup:

Mike