LDN 1622, famously dubbed the Bogeyman Nebula, presents a captivating celestial spectacle nestled within the constellation Orion. This dark nebula, shrouded in cosmic dust and gas, creates a mysterious and eerie silhouette against the backdrop of the Milky Way. Resembling the mythical figure of the Bogeyman, it evokes a sense of intrigue and wonder among stargazers and astronomers.

Photographed in a combination of hydrogen-alpha (Ha) and RGB filters, this image reveals the intricate details of LDN 1622's structure and surroundings. The HaLRGB composition captures the interplay between light and shadow, showcasing the subtle glow of ionized hydrogen gas amidst the dark tendrils of dust. Such intricate features offer valuable insights into the processes of star formation and interstellar matter within this enigmatic region of space.

Studying LDN 1622 provides astronomers with a window into the complex dynamics of molecular clouds and the birth of new stars. By unraveling the mysteries of this cosmic bogeyman, scientists deepen their understanding of the fundamental processes shaping the evolution of galaxies and the universe at large.

Image Description and Details : And here it is the last rendering of the Dark Nebula LDN 1622 - also dubbed the Boogeyman.

The earliest version didn't really match my requirements. Hence this redux from scratch with overall better contrast, details, colors management.

Data credit : Aygen Erkaslan
Date : lights gathered during the first three weeks of Jan 2023.
Location : own remote observatory, Spain
Scope : TOA 130
Camera: ASI 6200 mm pro
LRGB_Ha
Intégration time : 24H

Copyright: Aygen Erkaslan

LDN 1622 "Boogie Man Nebula" in the constellation Orion


Equipment SBIG STT-8300 CCD Camera Takahashi CCA-250, 1,250 mm f/5 Astro-Physics 1200 GTO mount LRHa-RHaGB image, total exposure 1,180 mins (19hr 40 min) From TJ Observatory, Banmi, Lopburi, Thailand

Copyright: Tragoolchitr Jittasaiyapan‎