Open Clusters Collection (#5)

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

The Orion Nebula in infrared light. This spectacular image of the Orion Nebula star-formation region was obtained from multiple exposures using the HAWK-I infrared camera

The Milky Way from the Lagoon Nebula to the Omega Nebula including the red/blue Trifid nebula and the Sagittarius star cloud

Nebulosity around the open cluster Messier 52, including the Bubble Nebula
Region of nebulosity around the open cluster Messier 52 (top left), including the Bubble Nebula. Bright nebula at right is NGC 7538. Small star cluster at lower right is NGC 7510

A colony of hot young stars in the Orion Nebula where star formation is occuring. The young stars dip and peak in brightness

The Carina Nebula and surrounding clusters
The Carina Nebula (NGC 3372) and surrounding clusters. To the upper left is NGC 3532, the Football Cluster. To the upper right is NGC 3293

Deep sky image of the constellations Auriga and Taurus

Open cluster Messier 41 in the constellation Canis Major, below the bright star of Sirius. The small nebula at left is Sharpless 2-301

NGC 6520, an open cluster in the constellation Sagittarius

NGC 3372, The Eta Carinae Nebula

Young star-forming complex NGC 7822 in the constellation of Cepheus

The Pleiades, also known as Messier 45 or the Seven Sisters, is the name of an open cluster in the constellation of Taurus

Supernova remnants and star clusters in the constellation Gemini
The Jellyfish Nebula, IC 443, at left near the star Eta Geminorum. IC 443 is a supernova remnant. At upper right is the bright open star cluster Messier 35

NGC 7380, an emission nebula in the constellation Cepheus
NGC 7380 is an emission nebula in the constellation Cepheus. It is a starforming region in the direction of an outer spiral arm of our galaxy

Bat Nebula (IC 2948) and open star cluster NGC 3766, the Pearl Cluster
Bat Nebula and open star cluster NGC 3766, the Pearl Cluster

NGC 6067 in Norma Star Cloud
The open cluster NGC 6067 embedded in the Norma Star Cloud in the southern Milky Way. The small nebula at right is Gum 49

Open clusters Messier 35 and NGC 2158 in the constellation Gemini

The Jellyfish Nebula and associated nebulosity
The Jellyfish Nebula (IC 443), a supernova remnant in the constellation Gemini, and associated nebulosity such as IC 444 and LDN 1565, plus the Messier open cluster Messier 35 at right

Open cluster NGC 457 in the constellation Cassiopeia. NGC 436 is at upper right and nebula Sharpless 2-188 at left

A wide field view centered on the Eta Carina Nebula
A wide field shot (15 degrees) centered on the Eta Carina nebula, featuring several southern deep sky objects like the southern pleiades and the Running Chicken Nebula

The Heart Nebula in the constellation Cassiopeia

Messier 52 and the Bubble Nebula in Cassiopeia
Messier 52 open cluster in Cassiopeia (upper left) and NGC 7635, the Bubble Nebula (centre)

The Galactic Center of the Milky Way Galaxy

Panorama near the Sagittarius region of our Milky Way galaxy
This large field contains many famous objects including the Eagle Nebula, Swan Nebula, Lobster Nebula, and many others

The Pleiades Star Cluster (M45) is located in the constellation of Taurus

The Lagoon Nebula and Trifid Nebula in Sagittarius constellation

Carina Nebula Star-Forming Pillars
One light-year tall star-forming pillars of cold hydrogen and dust located in the Carina Nebula. The result is from radiation from massive stars that is carving away at cold molecular clouds

The Southern Cross and Coalsack Nebula in Crux
The Southern Cross and Coalsack Nebula in the constellation Crux, plus associated star clusters in and around Crux, such as NGC 4755

The False Comet Cluster in Scorpius

NGC 3293, the Gem Cluster and Gabriela Mistral Nebula
NGC 3324 and 3293 are sparkling star clusters at the northwest corner of the Carina Nebula. NGC3293 is a small but very bright open cluster, called the Gem Cluster

Nebulosity in Cygnus
Nebulosity in the heart of Cygnus the Swan, including the North America Nebula and Pelican Nebula at left (NGC 7000 and IC 5070) and Gamma Cygni complex at right (IC 1318)

M20, The Trifid Nebula in Sagittarius

The Heart and Soul Nebula
IC 1805 and IC 1848 Nebula, also known as the Heart and Soul Nebula

NGC 7380 in Hubble-palette colors

The Lobster Nebula in Scorpius
NGC 6357, the Lobster Nebula in Scorpius

Mars, Saturn & Milky Way over ranch corral
August 27-28, 2014 - Mars (bottom) and Saturn in conjunction at right, and the Milky Way at left, in deep blue twilight over the old corral of the 76 Ranch in Grasslands National Park, Saskatchewan

Open cluster Messier 38 in the constellation Auriga with nearby nebulosity and small cluster NGC 1907

Narrowband image of Thackerays Globules and IC 2944, also known as the Running Chicken Nebula

The Trifid Nebula located in Sagittarius

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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.