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The Moon, Venus and Auriga

Discussion in 'Astrophotography and Imaging' started by Orion25, Apr 27, 2020.

The Moon, Venus and Auriga

Started by Orion25 on Apr 27, 2020 at 4:28 PM

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  1. Orion25

    Orion25 Well-Known Member

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    Here is a shot from Sunday night of the moon and Venus near the constellation of Auriga:

    ASTRONOMY - MOON - WAXING CRESCENT, VENUS & AURIGA 4-26-20 SM.jpg
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    Nice pictures Reggie. I've had a good 17 sessions this April, most around 3 hours duration. Usually April is rainy and sky-porridge season here. Admittedly the transparency hasn't been too brilliant, but I've had some enjoyable observing. On the 15th I was sweeping around Auriga with my ED72, something I don't often get to do because of the weather this time of year, and Auriga eventually approaches extinction by May. I had arrived in Auriga from Melotte 20 (Alpha Persei Cluster) and was sweeping around Cappella. I found the Starfish and Pinwheel Clusters and got a pretty good view of M37 and M35. It's been ages since I saw those.

    2020-04-28 15.12.38 en.wikipedia.org 9da3290c1e48.jpg

    Now, that's what I call a chariot! lol
     
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    And don't forget the Cheshire Cat asterism near M38!
     
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    I didn't see the Cheshire Cat, he must have disappeared.

    2020-04-29 01.59.37 en.wikipedia.org a42310e7397e.jpg

    This M38? lol
     
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    LOL! He must be hiding below deck, haha
     
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    He could be hanging out with these cool cats.

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    I like, I like!
     
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    Featuring a young Joolz Holland on keyboards.



    Every song Glen Tilbrook and Chris Difford wrote was a complete story. Although it helps if you understand Estuary slang I suppose lol.

     
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