This classic Messier object is a favorite destination and one of the most imaged in the sky. The dramatic interaction of spiral galaxy M51 assimilating the material of smaller galaxy NGC 5195 is a sight that I always find breath taking.
Cloudy skies and moon lit nights have prevented me from adding color to this work in progress.
Date Imaged: April 27, 2012
Lens: N16 f/4.5
Exposure: 2 hours
Mount: Losmandy Titan
April 27, 2012
N16 f/4.5
2 hours
Losmandy Titan
Camera: ST10XME
Filter: L 20x6 minutes
Location: Stardust Observatory, Baguio, Philippines
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ST10XME
L 20x6 minutes
Stardust Observatory, Baguio, Philippines
60 P. Paterno St., Brgy. South Drive, Baguio City, 2600
Philippines