This image captures Polaris, the North Star, surrounded by the faint, ghostly wisps of the Integrated Flux Nebula (IFN). Unlike typical emission or reflection nebulae, IFN is illuminated not by a single nearby star but by the collective glow of the entire Milky Way. The delicate tendrils of dust are incredibly faint and difficult to image, making this a challenging but rewarding target.

Using a remote observatory setup at Trevinca Skies, Spain, this deep exposure was acquired without guiding, demonstrating the precision of the equipment. The subtle structures of the IFN emerge around Polaris, blending into the rich star field and highlighting the hidden beauty of interstellar dust drifting quietly above our galactic plane.