Heart of the Heart
Heart of the Heart
If you peer into the Heart Nebula (IC 1805) you'll find this ethereal structure in the midst of a star cluster known as Melotte 15. Stellar winds and radiation from massive hot stars in this star cluster sculpt out fantastical shapes of cosmic clouds, creating the pillars of ionized gases that you see here.
I used specialized astronomy filters to capture light waves from ionized Sulphur, Hydrogen, and Oxygen gasses that reside in this nebula. In all, this image is the result of 12 hours of 3-min exposures.
Here are the details on how I produced this photograph:
• Telescope: Astro-Tech AT115EDT
• Camera: ZWO ASI183MM Pro
• Light Filters: Antlia 3nm H-alpha, OIII, SII
• Mount: iOptron GEM28
• Guiding: ASI120MM Mini (30mm scope)
• Control Hub: ZWO ASIAIR Pro
• Calibration: 40 dark, flat, dark-flat frames
• Stacking: Astro Pixel Processor
• Editing: Photoshop, Starnet++
• Total Exposure: 12 hours
Materials & Specs
Materials & Specs
- C-Type Fuji Archive Pearl: High quality archival photographic prints used by professional photographers and galleries worldwide. With pearl-like crystals, the rich metallic base gives a specific luster, creating a distinctive 3-dimensional, pearl-like appearance. High mid-tones and highlights add luminosity & iridescence, richly accentuating the colors of the photograph.
- Sizing: All sizes are exactly as stated and suited to commonly available frame sizes.
Shipping & Packaging
Shipping & Packaging
Each print is custom-printed for your specific order. Here are the fulfillment and shipping times:
C-Type Fuji Archive Pearl:
- All C-Type prints are sustainably printed and fulfilled by theprintspace, Europe's premiere Carbon Neutral fine art and photographic printers.
- Prints are covered with recyclable tissue paper to eliminate the possibility of scratches or folds and then placed into a robust 100% sustainably sourced recyclable cardboard tube.
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- Postal option only available on orders shipped to the UK & EEA. Delivery in 4-10 business days (average times, actual may vary).
Additional Info
Additional Info
- Returns: Due to the nature of custom-made prints, returns are not accepted.
- Refunds: If the print arrived damaged, a refund can be requested up to 14 days after receiving your order. Additional details can be found here.