[jase (Jason)]

Originally Posted by Jeff

Lovely. Looking around the high resolution version beautifully shows an assortment of favourites.

Thanks kindly Jeff. The FoV does put a few of the "usual suspects" into perspective.

Originally Posted by MrB

Took a while to download the biggest version, but it was worth the wait!!
Awesome.

Cheers Simon! Its a slight trade off. I'd like to provide an even larger version do show more detail alas it would simply take too long to download and chew up my hosting provider bandwidth. The full size (1:1) is 15107x7615 pixels (~115megapixels).

Originally Posted by multiweb

That is just awesome mate. It's going to take me a while to fully appreciate this. Still sinking in. Since your Rho Oph I'm starting to get into doing mosaics too and learning registar. You're an inspiration mate.

Pleased you enjoyed it Marc. Mosaics are the pinnacle of imaging IMO. The ability to deliver a wide field with suitable resolution adds depth and impact. There are so many ways to pair objects which typically provides a unique perspective. You're only limited by your imagination and patience. Thanks again.

Originally Posted by avandonk

Not bad Jase.

What is that old saying 'to those that are given much, much is expected'. You have outdone yourself.

Superb

Thanks Bert. No expectations - No disappointment! Using different methods to frame common objects and then following through with the execution is the challenge. Its always easy to start these kind of projects, but to have the commitment to complete them is another story.

Originally Posted by lacad01

Beautiful work, well worth all the effort

Cheers Adam. Thanks for taking the time to check it out and make comment.

Originally Posted by telecasterguru

Well, I don't know where to start. Amazing capture and wonderful skills in pulling it all together. So much to see, Wow.

Frank

Thanks Frank. It's an interesting adventure with multi panel mosaics. You end up collecting so much data with no real gauge as to how things will turn out. Until had collected what I thought was enough, I did a quick process to ensure all frames where overlapping. Once I knew this was ok, the pressure is off. Last thing I wanted to do was wait another year to complete the data acquisition! Though I can see that future mega imaging projects could easily span many months, but I will not be going down that path for a while to come. Thanks again.

Originally Posted by dugnsuz

An amazing and welcome return jase.
The high res image is fantastic - each individual object is so well resolved and processed.
Once again...inspirational!
Doug

Cheers Doug. As a fellow admirer of fine wide fields - thank you. If people find my work as an inspiration, then the result has been a success. The more people that try their hand at imaging due to this being a catalyst, the better.

Originally Posted by montewilson

Well done Jase - Its great t see you are still refining your craft. Never happy with the status quo!

I am pretty much out of the game now. Work, study and family give me little time to take pictures and since I sold the STL, it hasn't been anywhere near as rewarding, even with a 20Da that a friend kindly lent me.

I will probably be selling my gear soon, I'm not using it. I've got more than $10k of stuff but strangely my wife isn't hassling me to sell it, I just think it would be better used to tidy up a few finances. I've always been keen on AP so I will come back to it again later in life when 30Mpx cameras are cheap! Keep an eye out on the classifieds although I don't think there is much you need.

Regards

Monte

Thanks Monte. Indeed, as soon as you stop trying to top your last effort, you might as well give in. There is so much to learn, so many targets and so little time.

Sorry to hear of your close to imaging. Other influences can certainly impact output, but I look at it a different light. As others find relaxation in their own pursuits, so do I through imaging. Once bitten by the imaging bug, you'll return. Resistance is futile so I'd hold on to your gear. Your FSQ is priceless given its such an early release if I recall correctly - certainly a keeper. Thanks for your comments.

Originally Posted by DavidU

Jase, there is not much more I can say but
Wonderous.

Cheers David. The large resolution is "scroll-worthiness" to wander around the scene.

Originally Posted by toryglen-boy

not only is this image an absolute superlative example of what someone who knows what they are doing, can produce.

But it serves as an example for uber noobs like me, to aspire to something greater. Let me put that into perspective, i bought a QHY8 a few days ago, and have felt like throwing it in the bin, this however gives me the incentive to stick at it, and that surely must be a reward in itself.

thank you

Cheers Duncan. One must crawl before they can walk or run. Everyone has different goals when it comes to imaging - depends on how much time you're willing to commit. As you know, there are plenty of experienced people on these forums willing to help out. Use it to your advantage as there are steep learning curves ahead. You've taken a step in the right direction with the Qhy8. A few hours under clear skies will certainly yield improved results. Wrestling with equipment woes is a part of the journey. Thanks again for the kind words.

Originally Posted by JohnG

Not much one can say, Jase,

Superb

Cheers

Thanks John. Pleased you liked it mate!

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Thanks again all. Much appreciated.