The Rho Ophiuchus Complex in Ophiuchus

[Octane (Humayun)]

Scott,

After having spent a long time looking at the image, I think I did the right thing by keeping Jupiter in there. It's not there all the time, as it makes its way along the ecliptic. I will try again for this region next year, though, and put more time and effort into it.

Thanks for the compliment, mate.

Originally Posted by tornado33

Gee thats right up there with the best. The dark nebulosity really stands out amongst the bright. Jupiter just adds to the greatness of the image
Scott

Bassnut,

I noticed it is a tad orange, as well. We can never be happy with processing!

Cheers, mate.

Originally Posted by Bassnut

Humayun, very nice, slightly orange, but colour balance is difficult on this one, excellent work.

Mike,

Thank you.

I may enter next year.

Originally Posted by iceman

Stunning image Humayan, as we come to expect from you.

The diffraction spikes from the lens diaphragm look spectacular.

I can assure you, your images would stand up very very well in the widefield categories at the DM awards! You should definitely should enter. Your work is stunning.

Narayan,

Thank you, sir!

Originally Posted by seeker372011

brilliant image Humayun. thanks for sharing

mill,

Cheers.

Originally Posted by mill

Ok a couple of words of critique.
That is a stunningly beutiful picture.

(note to myself, need to practice need to practice)

Al,

Thank you!

Originally Posted by sheeny

Multiple wows!!!

Superlatives fail me...

I love it!

Al.

Gary,

The tight stars, once again, are a testament to the quality of the lens and of the mount. They're an awesome combination.

Thank you, sir.

Originally Posted by Garyh

Very nice Humayun!! like all your other shots, very nicely composed and processed!!! and very tight stars.. Another fine image!!!

David,

Hah, you're right, I've never seen Jupiter look so good, either.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by ving

never seen jupiter look so good

stunner of a shot. my fave piece of sky

Zane,

I'm glad you like it!

I'll try the Malin's next year.

Sounds excellent. I'll be there soon!

Originally Posted by astroboy

Wow Humayun
That was worth the 10 min' download ( oh the joys of dial up )
you really should consider puting some of your shots in the Malin comp' thier certanly up to it.
Should have the GM200 mount sorted befor your next visit and give some narrow field stuff a try.

Great stuff
Zane

Mike,

Thank you!

I did notice after a while that the image is a bit strong in the orange. I haven't tried downing the green and upping the blue, but, it is certainly something I will try when I get a chance, or if I'm bored enough to reprocess.

The Nikon lens is spectacular. At F/4.0, it's just awesome.

Thanks for the compliment and constructive criticism.

Originally Posted by strongmanmike

Well Big H what a cracker!

Nice work on a showcase region

Have you tried dropping the green just a tad and upping the blue..? Not a critisism at all just a suggestion.

That Nikon lens looks to be a keeper too!

Mike

Bill,

Cheers!

Originally Posted by 2020BC

Good one.

Matt,

Thank you.

Originally Posted by matt

Fantastic image.

Very well done

Regards,
Humayun