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IC5146 HaLRGB, Tim Hutchison
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IC5146 HaLRGB

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IC5146 HaLRGB

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I have to admit that HaLRGB processing is something that I just don't feel like I have the best understanding of or process for. I have made a few attempts at different methodologies with varying degrees of success. This time I reached out to Adam Block for a bit of consulting. I attempted to take his advice and direction and apply it to this terrific data from Deep Sky West in Rowe, NM.

What I struggle with is getting the Ha to come through without messing up the stars or losing the red data that isn't from the emission line. I think I have managed (with Adams help) to preserve the proper star color, but I am still a bit unhappy with the color of the dust in the dust lane. The Ha is so strong that it overpowers the rest of the red channel. Perhaps I should keep at it...

Thank you, Adam, for helping me to get to this result.

As always, C and C are welcome and appreciated.

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IC5146 HaLRGB, Tim Hutchison

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