Cocoon Galaxy

[Leonardo70 (Leonardo Orazi)]

Hello guys,

difficult subject that has created some problems for me during processing because of the large central part of much brighter than the rest of the galaxy. The sky is kind at this time in my area , definitely the best of possibilities with FWHM around 2 "... I wonder how much longer this will last a state of grace ...

This is the galaxy NGC 4490 or Cocoon Galaxy. Truly a fascinating object to behold:
http://www.starkeeper.it/NGC4490.htm

I miss the H-Alpha, but I could not do it, hopefully later this month.

I hope you enjoy it.


Leo

[multiweb (Marc)]

Wow! That's very cool! Interesting object.

[atalas]

Much enjoyed Leo...very nice.

[suma126 (Shane)]

that 10 inch is working for you very well.

[strongmanmike (Michael)]

Another beautiful image Leo, I think you are taking the best GSO RC images in the World

Mike

[gregbradley]

Another terrific image. Such great detail an colour. Fabulous.

Greg.

[DavidU (Dave)]

Excellent !Thank you Leo.

[Fabiomax (Fabiomassimo)]

It 's great. I think you did a masterful job. A good resolution in relation to the 10 inches that has worked great here

Fabiomax

[Leonardo70 (Leonardo Orazi)]

Thank you all.
You are too kind ...

Leo

[Octane (Humayun)]

Leo,

Wow, that is a truly stunning galaxy. I've never seen such a structure before. Beautiful!

H

[allan gould]

Another brilliant image Leonardo. You truly are living up to your namesake