The Veil Nebula really starts coming into its own as
aperture increases. With the 17.5”
scope, the filamentary structures within the nebulosity begin to resolve. Mottling, or variations in density of illumination,
are easier to pick up. And wispy, soft
extensions of the ends of the nebulous cloud seem to keep extending on and on.
The Veil looked to be ablaze! The filament structures give movement to it,
as they twist and wind, streak and surge through the cloud. The true bubble nature of the object begins
to achieve a 3D look to it as the fainter and softer less dense material of the
‘inside’ of the ring starts to show itself with its own set of concentrations
of material. It really beings to show
itself as the smoky bubble it is as the aftermath of the cataclysmic explosion
that created it.
I am sure that it would be even more splendid when it is
higher up in the sky. I can only feel
that this first look at the Veil is really just a tease of promise to what it
can totally show – just like a veil serves to tease us with its haunting semi
transparency…
I hope I have succeeded in giving a good depiction of this
majestic structure. I felt like an adolescent,
with their quirky physical awkwardness, and handling a precious and mercurial
gift, and not being sure just how to handle it.
The Veil really left me awestruck.
Alex.
Object: Easter section
of the Veil Nebula
Scope: 17.5” Karee
push-pull dob
Gear: 23mm Celestron
Axiom LX, 87X, & NPB filter
Date: 15th
August, 2015
Location: Linville,
Queensland, Australia
Media: Soft pastel,
charcoal & white ink on A4 size black paper
Duration: Approx. 2.5
hrs.
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