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Originally Posted by Paul Haese
Congratulations Andy on another APOD. You have provided an image not often seen of this part of the sky and I think this is what they sometimes look for in an image. Yet to get one of those myself, though I have pretty much given up trying. Once again congrats.
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Thank you Paul- I think you’re right, rarity/the path less trodden is probably a consideration in the Apod team’s deliberations- and Jerry did mention that sll the hard work paid off!
A lot - seriously & really - a lot of research went into this though. Many cloudy nights pouring over Ha survey maps of the milky way to maybe find something different that might be achievable with my gear and conditions, and dedication and perseverance to follow through with half a year’s data acquisition and then process a six panel mosaic, shot under LP!
Of course I’m very pleased with the outcome, and while I hoped for inclusion, I never really thought that it would get up, as like you I’ve submitted many fine images that didn’t make it across the line.
But I’ll take it!
You’re an amazing imager, well deserving of several Apods imo- perhaps this may inspire others here to find new targets as well
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Originally Posted by rustigsmed
congrats again Andy, APOD woohoo!!!  |
Onya Rusty! Woohoo indeed
lol
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Originally Posted by Martin Pugh
APOD worthy that image Andrew.
well done.
Martin
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Why thank you Martin- high praise indeed coming from your good self sir, cheers!
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Originally Posted by JA
Congratulations Andy well done !!
Best
JA
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Onya Ja, thanks mate!
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Originally Posted by Peter Ward
APOD’s are always a cool recognition of one’s efforts. Well done 👍
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Thanks Peter, it’s a nice feeling to get acclamation from the big boys- however briefly, and it certainly gives a nice feeling of closure to what was truly a marathon project last year.
Might try for something a little easier next time though