I recently did a blog about acquiring and processing M42, “Processing the star factory”. Revisiting my image, as one does when it’s cloudy for months…. I realise that there is more data buried in the image. I fear over processing, and I hate adding noise to images. My approach is always a little reserved and […]
M42 is a glorious mix of diffuse nebula and one of the the brightest nebulae in the sky. It’s a wonderful target for novice and experienced imagers as there’s always more data and detail to find. It’s easy to capture – but difficult to master.