IC5146

The Cocoon Nebula, in Cygnus, near the Lacerta border. Characterised by the dark nebula that appears to lead to the emission nebula.

Taken on 3 Sept 08,  with the M25C and 80ED Skywatcher riding on the 14" Meade.

The exposure was 8x1200sec, acquired and processed in AstroArt4 and Photoshop7.

A larger version

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