Rho Ophiuchi Deepscape: A Cosmic Symphony from Slovenia
Atop Slovenia’s dark forests and the quiet silhouette of the mountains, the night sky bursts into a cosmic symphony. The Antares region glows with fiery reds, icy blues, golden yellows, and intense airglow. This is where stars are born, and dust dances in the galactic wind, solar sailing. A moment where Earth meets the universe in silent beauty.
My friend and I ventured to the Slovenian karst to capture the return of the summer constellations, and what better subject than the one and only Rho Ophiuchi! This time, however, I wanted to experiment and used a starglow filter with my 135mm lens for a unique perspective. Unfortunately, the orientation of the shot meant I was affected by Rijeka's light dome, but I'm still pleased with the amount of detail I was able to extract. The highly stylized result is something I truly appreciate.
Technical Details:
- Camera: Canon 6D (Stock)
- Lens: Samyang 135mm f/2 @ f/2.8
- Mount: Star Adventurer Pro
- Filter: Kenko Starry Night Prosofton Filter
Acquisition Details:
- Sky: 126 x 60" exposures @ ISO 1600
- Foreground: 1 x 30" exposure @ ISO 3200
The Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex is a phenomenal region of star formation, brimming with nebulae and young, hot stars. Capturing its intricate details and vibrant colors is always a rewarding experience, and this particular shot, with the added glow of the filter, offers a dreamlike rendition of this celestial marvel.
