The O.A.S. Astrophotography Gallery

A place for members' images...

M42 at its best
In the winter months it's easy to stay indoors only because it's so cold outside. But if the rewards for staying up into the early hours is this wonderful picture of M42, the Orion Nebula, then it's well worth it. 
Recently scientists have found evidence that deep within the luminous clouds they are many proto-solar systems in the process of forming into fully fledged planetary systems. Nigel has capture the energy of this magnificent nebula. Clearly visible is all the fine detail in the clouds demonstrating the varoius forces involved in shaping this stella birthplace.
Link-words: Messier Nebula

M42 at its best

In the winter months it's easy to stay indoors only because it's so cold outside. But if the rewards for staying up into the early hours is this wonderful picture of M42, the Orion Nebula, then it's well worth it.
Recently scientists have found evidence that deep within the luminous clouds they are many proto-solar systems in the process of forming into fully fledged planetary systems. Nigel has capture the energy of this magnificent nebula. Clearly visible is all the fine detail in the clouds demonstrating the varoius forces involved in shaping this stella birthplace.

Rate this file (Current rating : 2.6 / 5 with 5 votes)
File information
Filename:NigelM42.jpg
Album name:Nigel Kemp / Messier Objects
Rating (5 votes):33333
Link-words:Messier / Nebula
Filesize:59 KiB
Date added:Mar 18, 2003
Dimensions:351 x 334 pixels
Displayed:486 times
URL:http://gallery.orpington-astronomy.org.uk/displayimage-88-_M42_at_its_best_.html
Favorites:Add to Favorites