Interstellar Collection (#4)

Beautiful Nebula in Monoceros
This field contains popular objects such as the Cone Nebula, Fox Fur Nebula, Christmas Tree Nebula, and many others

The Lagoon Nebula, also known as Messier 8 and NGC 6523, is a giant interstellar cloud and H II region, in the constellation Sagittarius

Gamma Rays in Galactic Nuclei

The Virgo Cluster galaxy NGC 4522

NGC 2264
The mottled mottled pink, brown and red areas are a combination of cosmic dust and emission from ionized hydrogen gas excited by the radiation of a young open cluster of stars, NGC 2264

Cloud and star remnants after a supernova explosion

The Heart of Scorpius (Antares region)

IC 4592, IC 4601, Reflection complex in Scorpius

Fleet of colonization ships departing an earth-like planet
Fleet of colonization ships departing for a discovery trip into a neighboring solar system

A colorful nebula shines bright with star making in its clouds

The blockade runner Treacherous Patronage nears its destination, Andvari station, carrying its illicit cargo. The orbital habitat is maintained by the Consortium for Free Trade

A starship from Earth with ion drive propulsion explores the cosmos

Spaceship with afterburners engaged as it approaches planet Earth
Rear view of spaceship with afterburners engaged as it approaches planet Earth

NGC 4911, a spiral galaxy located within the Coma Cluster of galaxies
NGC 4911, a spiral galaxy located deep within the Coma Cluster of galaxies in the northern constellation Coma Berenices

A huge sun encircled by an energy field orbits near a black hole in space

A galaxy out in space has reddish orange swirls in its core
A beautiful galaxy out in space has reddish orange swirls in its core

An enormous stellar power and manufacturing station built around a star, similar to a Dyson sphere (or maybe more accurately a Niven ring or a Halo) A small star, usually a class G or K

A starship passes by a planet with a ring of asteroids on its journey to a nearby nebula

Blushing Nebula
A nebula is composed of stellar dust, gas, plasma rays, stars and surrounding planets

Stellar winds flowing out from the giant star Zeta Ophiuchi are making ripples in the dust as it approaches, creating a bow shock seen as glowing gossamer threads, which, for this star

Corona Australis, a constellation in the Southern Hemisphere

Evolution of planet building with surrounding cosmic dust and electrical charges
The evolution of planet building with surrounding gases and dust with electrical charges

Two warships approaching a blue giant star
Original concept art for two warships approaching a blue giant star

NGC 2264, The Cone Nebula Region

The Sagittarius Triplet featuring the Lagoon and Trifid Nebula, and NGC 6559
The Sagittarius Triplet featuring the Lagoon Nebula, the Trifid Nebula, and NGC 6559

A small spacecraft from Earth reaches a water planet after many light years

NGC 896 in the Heart Nebula in Cassiopeia

A comet passes dangerously close to astroanuts working on space station
Artists concept of an astronaut floating in outer space while his fellow astronauts work on a space station. A comet passes dangerously close to their location

The Mariner 5 spacecraft against a black background

Emission nebula NGC 6820

A black hole in interstellar space
An artists depiction of a black hole in interstellar space pulling in gas and dust that start to heat. Gamma ray bursts exit at the black holes poles and shoot into space

Artists concept of a black hole in space
A black hole is a region of warped space that prevents anything from escaping, including light

Messier 17, The Swan Nebula in Sagittarius

M17, The Omega Nebula

Blue and red nebulae in the Camelopardalis constellation
Blue reflection nebulae and glowing red emission nebulae cover this area of the Camelopardalis constellation

The Witchs Broom Nebula (NGC 6960), and part of the Veil Nebula is a supernova remnant located in the constellation Cygnus

Starship inspired by the novels of Stephen Baxter

The collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies seen from the Earth
3 or 4 billion years from now, the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies will collide. This artists concept depicts the collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies as seeb from the Earth

Artists concept of a black hole and its accretion disk in interstellar space
An artists depiction of a black hole and its accretion disk in interstellar space pulling in gas and dust from the surrounding nebula

A rich region of reflection and emission nebulae in the Camaeleon constellation
A rich region of reflection and emission nebulae surrounded by brown interstellar molecular clouds in the Camaeleon constellation

Messier 8, the Lagoon Nebula

Northern Cygnus

One denser star using its gravity to engulf another nearby star
The act of one denser star using its gravity to engulf another nearby star is called stellar cannibalism

Artists concept of the Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer spacecraft
This artists concept shows the Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer, or WISE spacecraft, in its orbit around Earth. In September of 2013

Cigar Galaxy and Bodes Galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major

The starforming region of Rho Ophiuchus. Visible in this image are IC 4605, IC 4604, IC 4603, Antares, NGC 6144, M4 Globular Cluster, SH2-9, NGC 6121, and emission and reflection nebula structure

Artists depiction of a gas giant planet in interstellar space with three orbiting moons
An artists depiction of a gas giant planet in interstellar space with three orbiting moons

Aliens celebrate their annual harvest on their UFO s
The annual Floater Plant Harvest is a time of celebration for the Greys of Zeta Reticuli. The seed pods mean a bumper harvest for next year

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"Journey through the Interstellar: Exploring the Wonders of Our Universe" Embark on a captivating voyage through the vast expanse of our Milky Way, where celestial marvels await at every turn. Witness the ethereal beauty of Orion Nebula (M42 and M43), as its radiant hues paint a mesmerizing portrait in the depths of space. Feel awe-struck as Voyager 1 spacecraft ventures into uncharted territory, crossing the threshold into interstellar space, carrying with it humanity's insatiable curiosity to explore beyond our cosmic boundaries. Marvel at the Pillars of Creation in Eagle Nebula, towering structures sculpted by stellar winds and intense radiation, birthing new stars amidst their colossal embrace. Discover remnants of an explosive past within Vela supernova remnant nestled at the heart of Gum Nebula area in Vela constellation. Its intricate web tells tales of cataclysmic events that shaped galaxies far and wide. Gaze upon The Hourglass Nebula's enigmatic form—a celestial hourglass suspended in time—where stars are born and evolve against a backdrop painted with stardust. Delve into NGC 6523, better known as Lagoon Nebula; its vibrant colors beckon us to witness star formation unfold before our eyes—an eternal cycle perpetuating life across cosmic realms. Admire The Fox Fur Nebula's delicate wisps dancing gracefully amidst an abyssal canvas—a testament to nature's artistry woven seamlessly among distant constellations. Behold Tarantula Nebula's grandeur—the birthplace for countless stars—illuminating cosmic nurseries where stellar evolution takes center stage, unveiling mysteries yet untold. Experience an artist’s concept depicting an astronaut plunging towards a black hole—an exhilarating dance between gravity’s pull and human resilience set against outer space’s infinite backdrop. Peer into Pleiades star cluster’s infrared image revealing hidden secrets within this celestial jewel, where stars unite in a dazzling display of cosmic camaraderie.