Open Clusters Collection (#4)

IC 1848, the Soul Nebula

Messier 41 below the bright star of Sirius in the constellation Canis Major
Open star cluster Messier 41 below the bright star of Sirius in the constellation Canis Major

NGC 7000 and the Pelican Nebula

The Heart Nebula
IC 1805, The Heart Nebula

The Heart and Soul Nebula in the constellation Cassiopeia
The Heart Nebula (IC 1805), and the Soul Nebula (IC 1848), with NGC 896 at upper right, in the constellation Cassiopeia

Emission nebula NGC 6820

The Bubble Nebula (NGC 7635) is a H II region emission nebula in the constellation Cassiopeia located close to the direction of the open cluster Messier 52 also known as the Scorpion Cluster

The North America Nebula and the Pelican Nebula in the constellation Cygnus
The North America Nebula (NGC 7000), an emission nebula, and the Pelican Nebula (IC 5070), an H II region within the constellation Cygnus

The Monkey Head Nebula and Sh2-247 in the constellation Orion

The Pleiades surrounded by dust and nebulosity
The Pleiades (M45) surrounded by dust and nebulosity

The Trifid Nebula
Clouds of glowing gas mingle with dust lanes in the Trifid Nebula, a star forming region about 9, 000 light years in the distance toward the constellation of Sagittarius

The Jewel Box, Open Cluster NGC 4755 in Crux

Messier 52, also known as NGC 7654, is an open cluster in the Cassiopeia constellation

A nebula forms gossamer cobweb like strands in the cosmos

Westerlund 2 (Gum 29) star cluster in Carina

Open Cluster NGC 3293 in Carina

Comey Lovejoy (C / 2014 Q2) nearest the Pleiades star cluster
January 18, 2015 - Comey Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) nearest the Pleiades star cluster, Messier 45, with its blue ion tail almost passing over the cluster

IC 1805, the Heart Nebula

Summer Triangle area of the northern summer Milky Way

NGC 3766 and the Lambda Cen Nebula in the constellation Centaurus
Open star cluster NGC 3766 and the Lambda Cen Nebula in the constellation Centaurus

NGC 2237, the Rosette Nebula

The extensive Gum Nebula area in the constellation Vela, an interstellar bubble blown by winds from hot stars, with the False Cross at left

Emission Nebula NGC 281
NGC 281, an emission nebula and open cluster in the constellation Cassiopeia. The H II region NGC 281 (also known as Sharpless 184)

Messier 7, the ptolemy cluster

False Comet area in Scorpius along with NGC 6188 nebulosity in Ara
False Comet area in Scorpius with NGC 6231 and IC 4628, along with NGC 6188 nebulosity in the constellation Ara

Cluster of stars in outer space, each consisting of its own unique solar system and habitable planets

The Gegenschein glow in southern Leo with nearby deep sky objects
The Gegenschein glow at lower left in southern Leo. Messier 44 the Beehive Cluster in the constellation Cancer is at upper right, the Coma Berenices star cluster, Melotte 111, is at upper left

NGC 6193 nebulosity in Ara with several open clusters
The magenta nebulosity known as NGC 6193 in the constellation of Ara in the southern sky, with the open cluster NGC 6188. At right are the open clusters NGC 6167 and NGC 6134

The Dark Horse and Snake Nebulae in Ophiuchus
The region around the Pipe Nebula (B78), the main part of the naked-eye formation of dark nebulas called the Dark Horse. In photos it breaks up into patches of dark nebulosity

A complete 360 degree panorama of the Milky Way

The constellation of Canis Major and nearby open clusters and nebulae. Sirius is at upper center; M41 is below Sirius; M46

The Summer Triangle stars in the Milky Way through Cygnus, Lyra and Aquila. The frame takes in the Milky Way from Cepheus to Ophiuchus

NGC 6188 emission nebula in the Ara constellation

Double Cluster in Perseus (NGC 869 and NGC 884)

Nebulosity in the Cepheus constellation
Lots of dust and gas nebulosity within the Cepheus constellation

Artists depiction of the constellation Scorpio the Scorpion
An artists depiction of the constellation Scorpio the Scorpion. The constellation includes several star clusters including the Butterfly Cluster and the star Antares

The Cats Paw and Lobster Nebulae in Scorpius
NGC 6334 and NGC 6357, The Cats Paw and Lobster Nebulae in Scorpius

The Small Magellanic Cloud, NGC 292

Messier 44, the Beehive Cluster

The Eta Carina nebula and the Milky Way visible at dawn with the naked eye, Miramar, Argentina

Area of Flaming Star Nebula and complex in Auriga
Area of Flaming Star Nebula and IC 410 and IC 417 complex in Auriga

Open clusters Messier 47 and Messier 47 in the constellation Puppis
Messier 47 (right), a bright loose cluster, and Messier 46 (left), a fainter but very rich open cluster. Loose cluster at top right is NGC 2423

Mosaic of the Carina Nebula and Crux area in the southern sky

Open cluster NGC 6231, the Prawn Nebula and surroundings

NGC 3603, a giant H-II region in the constellation Carina. At its center is an extremely compact and bright cluster core, HD 97950

The Heart and Soul Nebulae
Located in the Perseus Arm of the Galaxy, the Heart nebula, IC 1805 (right) and the Soul nebula, IC 1848 (left), are two bright emission nebulae in the constellation Cassiopeia

The Scutum star cloud in the northern summer Milky Way. Messier 11, the Wild Duck Cluster, is at left, and open cluster Messier 26 is at bottom

Widefield view of the Sagittarius Star Cloud with the Swan Nebula above and open cluster Messier 23 at lower right. Barnard 92 is the prominent dark nebula on right edge of star cloud

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"Exploring the Vastness of Open Clusters: A Celestial Journey" M16, The Eagle Nebula in Serpens: Witness the breathtaking beauty of this open cluster, where stars are born amidst stunning pillars of gas and dust. The massive galaxy cluster MACS J0717: Delve into the depths of space as you encounter this colossal gathering of galaxies, a true testament to the grandeur and complexity of our universe. IC 2177, the Seagull Nebula: Behold the ethereal charm of this open star cluster nestled within a nebulous expanse resembling a graceful seagull in flight. NGC 457 is an open star cluster in the constellation Cassiopeia: Embark on a journey through Cassiopeia's celestial realm and witness this mesmerizing congregation of stars that illuminates its surroundings. Milky Way over an old ranch corral: Marvel at nature's harmony as you gaze upon the enchanting sight of our own galaxy stretching across an ancient ranch corral, blending cosmic wonders with earthly remnants. The Pinwheel Cluster and Starfish Cluster in the constellation Auriga: Immerse yourself in Auriga's stellar tapestry adorned by these two captivating clusters that twinkle like celestial jewels against a dark canvas. Vela supernova remnant in the center of Gum Nebula area: Traverse through Vela's enigmatic landscape where remnants from cataclysmic explosions intertwine with vibrant nebulosity, painting a picture both hauntingly beautiful and awe-inspiring. The Beehive Cluster: Discover this bustling community nestled within Cancer's embrace—a swarm of stars buzzing together harmoniously, radiating their collective brilliance for all to behold. The Carina Nebula, also known as NGC 3372.