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Old 25-11-2010, 04:01 PM
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don't think I can squeeze any more out...

Sorry for another repro of my NGC6334 Cat's Paw. It's more about me refining my processing technique than anything else. I've also challenged myself with a few goals. Rounding out stars that were elongated because this was taken with my ED80 before I got a flattener. Getting colour into the stars, as I've been finding that hard to control with the 40D - usually they end up white. I'm happy with both results.

Along the way I've come up with some Photoshop actions that helped. I've made a quick post here about them, but will create a new thread I think so I don't hijack Marc's thread.

Big part of the processing was separating the stars from the background, so I've posted a starless and stars version. Previous repro attempt and original image to compare were posted here recently if you're interested.

PS - go the ED80 and go the 40D!
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