Re: [APML] DWB111 in Color

["Robert Gendler" <robgendler@worldnet.att.net>]

Mike,
After having done a few of these HA-RGB images
the dilemma is whether to retain the star colors and
overall color saturation vs maintaining the contrast and
detail in the nebula. I don't think you can have both to
their full extent. Its a tradeoff and the result depends
on the preference of the imager. Your image processing
skills are excellent so its a relief to see that this is a challenge
for you as well.
Rob Gendler
Email: robgendler@att.net
Web site: http://robgendler.astrodigitals.com



> I have finally completed a color version of the DWB111 nebula.
> This one was a real challenge to maintain a balance of star colors
> and nebula detail.  I ended up using only a 25% level of Ha for
> Lum.  Total exposure time for this image was 11 Hours:
> 
> http://www.webcom.com/af9y/dwb111hrgb.htm
> 
> Again, the objective was to obtain something close to film in
> appearance.  All feedback welcomed including any comments
> where you think it fell short.  I'm still working the process.
> 
> 
> 
> Mike Cook, AF9Y
> http://www.webcom.com/af9y
> mwcook@cris.com
> 
> 
> 
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