Cinematic SHO Nebula

This image was created using narrowband data acquired through Telescope Live and processed in the SHO (Hubble Palette) configuration. By combining Sulfur II, Hydrogen-alpha, and Oxygen III, I aimed to highlight the structural depth and contrast within the nebula while maintaining a cinematic, dramatic colour balance.

The rich golds and deep blues emphasise the interaction between ionised gas regions, revealing intricate filaments and layered textures shaped by stellar winds and radiation. Careful attention was given to contrast control and star treatment to preserve detail in the brightest regions while maintaining a natural sense of dimensionality.

Data source: Telescope Live

Palette: SHO (SII → R, Ha → G, OIII → B)

Processing: Linear to nonlinear workflow with contrast enhancement and selective colour grading

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