Starlight Collection (#9)

Messier 6, the Butterfly Cluster in the constellation of Scorpius

NGC 7380, the Wizard Nebula

Exoplanet Gliese 581 d
Gliese 581d is the first extrasolar planet capable of having liquid water on its surface

The Butterfly Nebula (DWB 67, 72, 76, 81) is a bright emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus

Milky Way over the needle rock formations of Bryce Canyon, Utah
The rising sun begins fading away the nightime Milky Way over the needle rock formations of Bryce Canyon, Utah

Artists concept of cosmic portals to another universe
Cosmic portals are surreal abstract conceptual places that are passages to other universes, appearing as Big Bangs on the other side, a form of cosmic oasis, or black holes

Messier 33, the Triangulum Galaxy
The Triangulum Galaxy, also known as Messier 33, is a spiral galaxy approximately 3 million lights years away in the constellation Triangulum

The Milky Way at zenital position with some thin clouds at the horizon
The Milky Way at zenital position covering the whole sky with some thin clouds at the horizon, Mercedes, Argentina

The Crescent Nebula with Soap-Bubble Nebula
NGC 6888, the Crescent Nebula with Soap-Bubble Nebula

The Southern Cross and the Pointers in the Milky Way

Messier 13, the Great Globular Cluster in Hercules
Messier 13, the Great Globular Cluster in the constellation Hercules

IC 1318 and the Butterfly Nebula around star Gamma-Cygni

WR 134, a Wolf-Rayet Star. Wolf-Rayet Stars produce powerful stellar winds and contribute chemical elements to the interstellar medium

Comet Hartley 2 as it approaches the Double Cluster in Perseus
October 7, 2010 - Comet Hartley 2 as it approaches the Double Cluster in Perseus

A star having the mass of more than 8 solar masses ends in a supernova explosion
A star having the mass of more than 8 solar masses has a short life and ends in a supernova explosion

Astrophotography setup with the moon and Milky Way in the background
Astrophotography setup with the moon and the Milky Way in the background, Doyle, Argentina

Interstellar embryo IC 1848, the Soul Nebula

Starforming emission nebula NGC 6188 in the constellation Ara. The birthplace of very young, only few hundred million years old suns

NGC 602, starforming complex in the Small Magellanic Cloud

Nebular clouds, gases and stellar matter bring on the birth of stars

The southwest spiral arm of Messier 31

Artists concept of two dusty moons
Two dusty moons may seem uninhabitable for some, but can boast a world of riches, formidable foundations for cities, and a quiet place to establish orbital supioriority

Starforming region NGC 6559 in the Sagittarius constellation

Panorama of Milky Way above the Table Mountain Star Party in Washington state
July 25, 2014 - A 360 degree panorama of the Table Mountain Star Party held at the Eden Valley Guest Ranch in northern Washington state

Head of Scorpius with celestial deep sky objects

The southern sky and Milky Way from Canopus up to the Carina Nebula
The southern sky and Milky Way from Canopus (at lower right) up to the Carina Nebula at upper left, with the False Cross in the centre, made of stars from Vela and Carina

Saturn in the Beehive Star Cluster, also known as Messier 44 or NGC 2632

The Question Mark nebula in Orion
The Question Mark Nebula located in the Orion constellation. Visible in this image is LBN 917 (larger at bottom), and LBN 906 (smaller at top)

Omega Centauri globular star cluster

The arch of the Milky Way above Lake Elton salt lake in Russia

Lonely tree in a field at night under the Milky Way in Vyazma, Russia

Man sits on top of Demerdzhi mountain under the Milky Way at night in Alushta, Crimea

Spiral galaxy NGC 6946, also known as the Fireworks Galaxy

The Milky Way and zodiacal light presented as a mini planet
The Milky Way and zodiacal light over the Parana River presented as a mini planet

NGC 6726, galactic dust cloud in Corona Australis

The Big Dipper and Comet Catalina

IC 5068, a faint emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus
IC 5068 is a faint emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus, south of the North American Nebula

The Cave Nebula and surroundings

Artists concept of Planet Carenteen, a dwarf planet host to beautiful night skies
Planet Carenteen may be a small dwarf planet devoid of the luscious greens like Earth, but it boasts the most beautiful vacation spot in all of the galaxy for species of all kinds as they look up at

Area around the Belt of Orion, with the Horsehead and Flame Nebula
The area around the Belt of Orion, with the Horsehead and Flame Nebulae at bottom flanking the bright star Zeta Orionis, also known as Alnitak, with Messier 78 at upper left

The Pleiades, an open cluster of stars in the constellation Taurus

An alien patrol zooms by over their home planet as night set upon the behemoth and the night life glistens through the clouds

Cederblad 214 is a large emission nebula located in the constellation Cepheus

Light from a nearby star illuminates a massive ringed gas giant. Habited, shepherd moon can be seen in the shadows of the gas giant as well as city lights on it

The Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex. The Rho Ophiuchi cloud is found rising above the plane of the Milky Way in the night sky, bordering the constellations Ophiuchus and Scorpius

M15, Globular Cluster in Pegasus
Messier 15, globular cluster in the constellation Pegasus

An all sky view of Yunnan Astronomical Observatory in China. The Milky Way from summer triangle to Orion is photographed in the image. zodiacal light is also notable

Star trails above Martians Valley, Firoozkooh area, Iran

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"Starlight: A Celestial Symphony Unveiled" In the enchanting realm of starlight, where dreams and wonders intertwine, we are transported to a world beyond our own. Florence Mary Anderson's ethereal masterpiece, "Whither Away, " beckons us to embark on a celestial journey. Gazing upon the night sky, we witness a mesmerizing spectacle unfold. The celestial canvas above Pharilapche Peak in Nepal unveils Sirius, Orion, and Aldebaran as they illuminate the darkness with their radiant glow. As if choreographed by cosmic forces, M16 - The Eagle Nebula in Serpens emerges like a majestic bird soaring through space. The Orion Nebula captivates our senses with its vibrant hues and intricate details, and is here that stars are born amidst swirling clouds of gas and dust—a breathtaking testament to the infinite beauty of creation itself. Nature's magic extends even further as Aurora borealis dances across Fish Lake in Yukon, Canada. In this celestial ballet between Earth and sky, the Milky Way joins forces with nature's light show—an awe-inspiring sight that leaves us humbled by the universe's grandeur. IC 2177—known as the Seagull Nebula—unfurls its wings against an obsidian backdrop. Its graceful form reminds us of life's constant ebb and flow—the eternal cycle of birth and rebirth within these stellar realms. Deep within the Eagle Nebula lies one of astronomy's most iconic images—the Pillars of Creation—a testament to both destruction and creation coexisting harmoniously in space’s vast expanse. Cupecoy Beach in Saint Martin becomes an earthly oasis beneath twinkling constellations; it is here that we find solace under starlit skies while embracing nature’s symphony unfolding before our eyes. Orion reveals yet another marvel—the Horsehead Nebula—an enigmatic silhouette etched against shimmering stardust.