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Visually, the image appears to be an astronomical capture, likely representing a solar eclipse or a planetary transit. The high contrast between the black circle and the yellow background. Sun prominences can be seen at the edge.

Visually, the image appears to be an astronomical capture, likely representing a solar eclipse or a planetary transit. The high contrast between the black circle and the yellow background. Sun prominences can be seen at the edge.

The image displays the full solar disk in monochrome (black and white). The surface of the Sun shows various active regions, including several sunspot groups visible on the left hemisphere. Fine textures of the solar chromosphere are visible across the disk, indicating the image was likely taken using a Hydrogen-alpha (H-alpha) filter. Subtle plage (bright areas) can be seen surrounding the sunspots, and faint filaments (dark, thread-like structures) are scattered across the surface. The background is a stark, solid black, providing high contrast against the solar limb.

The image displays the full solar disk in monochrome (black and white). The surface of the Sun shows various active regions, including several sunspot groups visible on the left hemisphere. Fine textures of the solar chromosphere are visible across the disk, indicating the image was likely taken using a Hydrogen-alpha (H-alpha) filter. Subtle plage (bright areas) can be seen surrounding the sunspots, and faint filaments (dark, thread-like structures) are scattered across the surface. The background is a stark, solid black, providing high contrast against the solar limb.

Detailed solar image showing the Sun’s yellowish surface with visible sunspots on the right and filamentary structures likely representing solar prominences or magnetic activity. Useful for studying solar dynamics and space weather.

Detailed solar image showing the Sun’s yellowish surface with visible sunspots on the right and filamentary structures likely representing solar prominences or magnetic activity. Useful for studying solar dynamics and space weather.

A highly detailed image of the Sun showing its dynamic surface features. The large orange sphere displays swirling textures, dark sunspots, and bright solar prominences, all captured against a stark black background. The fine granulation and contrasting patterns highlight the intense energy and activity of our star.

A highly detailed image of the Sun showing its dynamic surface features. The large orange sphere displays swirling textures, dark sunspots, and bright solar prominences, all captured against a stark black background. The fine granulation and contrasting patterns highlight the intense energy and activity of our star.

The sun today, captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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The image displays the full solar disk in monochrome (black and white). The surface of the Sun shows various active regions, including several sunspot groups visible on the left hemisphere. Fine textures of the solar chromosphere are visible across the disk, indicating the image was likely taken using a Hydrogen-alpha (H-alpha) filter. Subtle plage (bright areas) can be seen surrounding the sunspots, and faint filaments (dark, thread-like structures) are scattered across the surface. The background is a stark, solid black, providing high contrast against the solar limb.

The image displays the full solar disk in monochrome (black and white). The surface of the Sun shows various active regions, including several sunspot groups visible on the left hemisphere. Fine textures of the solar chromosphere are visible across the disk, indicating the image was likely taken using a Hydrogen-alpha (H-alpha) filter. Subtle plage (bright areas) can be seen surrounding the sunspots, and faint filaments (dark, thread-like structures) are scattered across the surface. The background is a stark, solid black, providing high contrast against the solar limb.

Detailed solar image showing the Sun’s yellowish surface with visible sunspots on the right and filamentary structures likely representing solar prominences or magnetic activity. Useful for studying solar dynamics and space weather.

Detailed solar image showing the Sun’s yellowish surface with visible sunspots on the right and filamentary structures likely representing solar prominences or magnetic activity. Useful for studying solar dynamics and space weather.

The LUNT hAlpha telescope with a red camera is mounted on a tripod outdoors. In the background, there is a leafless tree and a bright blue sky with the sun visible.

The LUNT hAlpha telescope with a red camera is mounted on a tripod outdoors. In the background, there is a leafless tree and a bright blue sky with the sun visible.

A highly detailed image of the Sun showing its dynamic surface features. The large orange sphere displays swirling textures, dark sunspots, and bright solar prominences, all captured against a stark black background. The fine granulation and contrasting patterns highlight the intense energy and activity of our star.

A highly detailed image of the Sun showing its dynamic surface features. The large orange sphere displays swirling textures, dark sunspots, and bright solar prominences, all captured against a stark black background. The fine granulation and contrasting patterns highlight the intense energy and activity of our star.

The sun today Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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A highly detailed image of the Sun showing its dynamic surface features. The large orange sphere displays swirling textures, dark sunspots, and bright solar prominences, all captured against a stark black background. The fine granulation and contrasting patterns highlight the intense energy and activity of our star.

A highly detailed image of the Sun showing its dynamic surface features. The large orange sphere displays swirling textures, dark sunspots, and bright solar prominences, all captured against a stark black background. The fine granulation and contrasting patterns highlight the intense energy and activity of our star.

Detailed solar image showing the Sun’s yellowish surface with visible sunspots on the right and filamentary structures likely representing solar prominences or magnetic activity. Useful for studying solar dynamics and space weather.

Detailed solar image showing the Sun’s yellowish surface with visible sunspots on the right and filamentary structures likely representing solar prominences or magnetic activity. Useful for studying solar dynamics and space weather.

The image shows the Sun with visible sunspots. The Sun appears as a large, bright sphere against a dark background. Several sunspots are visible on the surface, which are cooler regions of the Sun's photosphere. This image is interesting because it provides a view of solar activity, which can affect space weather and communications on Earth.

The image shows the Sun with visible sunspots. The Sun appears as a large, bright sphere against a dark background. Several sunspots are visible on the surface, which are cooler regions of the Sun's photosphere. This image is interesting because it provides a view of solar activity, which can affect space weather and communications on Earth.

A telescope with a red camera is mounted on a tripod outdoors. In the background, there is a leafless tree and a bright blue sky with the sun visible. It appears to be a sunny day.

A telescope with a red camera is mounted on a tripod outdoors. In the background, there is a leafless tree and a bright blue sky with the sun visible. It appears to be a sunny day.

The sun today. Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera.
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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Detailed solar image showing the Sun’s yellowish surface with visible sunspots on the right and filamentary structures likely representing solar prominences or magnetic activity. Useful for studying solar dynamics and space weather.

Detailed solar image showing the Sun’s yellowish surface with visible sunspots on the right and filamentary structures likely representing solar prominences or magnetic activity. Useful for studying solar dynamics and space weather.

A high-contrast black and white photograph showing the silhouette of a jet airplane flying directly across the face of the Sun. The airplane is positioned in the center-right of the solar disk and trails a distinctive dark contrail that stretches off the right edge of the frame. The Sun appears as a bright, large circle against a pitch-black sky.

A high-contrast black and white photograph showing the silhouette of a jet airplane flying directly across the face of the Sun. The airplane is positioned in the center-right of the solar disk and trails a distinctive dark contrail that stretches off the right edge of the frame. The Sun appears as a bright, large circle against a pitch-black sky.

A dramatic solar eclipse: the Moon veils the Sun in shadow, leaving a fiery orange halo and vivid red prominences dancing at the edges.

A dramatic solar eclipse: the Moon veils the Sun in shadow, leaving a fiery orange halo and vivid red prominences dancing at the edges.

Image of a backyard telescope setup featuring a red and black cylindrical telescope mounted on a tripod. The scene includes grassy ground, leafless trees, a shed or house, and a clear blue sky—ideal conditions for amateur astronomy or astrophotography.

Image of a backyard telescope setup featuring a red and black cylindrical telescope mounted on a tripod. The scene includes grassy ground, leafless trees, a shed or house, and a clear blue sky—ideal conditions for amateur astronomy or astrophotography.

The sun today. Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera.
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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Detailed image of the Sun as a bright yellow-orange sphere with visible surface textures. Sunspots and solar prominences are clearly seen, revealing areas of intense magnetic activity. The image likely uses an H-alpha filter to highlight solar phenomena such as flares and plasma structures.

Detailed image of the Sun as a bright yellow-orange sphere with visible surface textures. Sunspots and solar prominences are clearly seen, revealing areas of intense magnetic activity. The image likely uses an H-alpha filter to highlight solar phenomena such as flares and plasma structures.

High-resolution image of the Sun showing its textured surface in vivid orange and red tones. Visible features include sunspots, solar flares, and filament structures, highlighting magnetic activity and plasma movement across the Sun’s outer layers.

High-resolution image of the Sun showing its textured surface in vivid orange and red tones. Visible features include sunspots, solar flares, and filament structures, highlighting magnetic activity and plasma movement across the Sun’s outer layers.

Outdoor setup of a high-quality telescope mounted on a tripod, aimed at the bright Sun in a clear sky. A red imaging device is attached near the eyepiece, and a counterweight system ensures balance. The scene includes a grassy lawn, trees, and a fence, suggesting a backyard solar observation on a sunny day.

Outdoor setup of a high-quality telescope mounted on a tripod, aimed at the bright Sun in a clear sky. A red imaging device is attached near the eyepiece, and a counterweight system ensures balance. The scene includes a grassy lawn, trees, and a fence, suggesting a backyard solar observation on a sunny day.

Close-up image of the Sun’s surface showing swirling textures, bright active regions, and a dark sunspot near the center-left. Solar prominences extend from the edge, highlighting intense magnetic activity and the dynamic nature of the Sun’s outer layers.

Close-up image of the Sun’s surface showing swirling textures, bright active regions, and a dark sunspot near the center-left. Solar prominences extend from the edge, highlighting intense magnetic activity and the dynamic nature of the Sun’s outer layers.

The Sun today. Captured with the LUNT LS152THa and a ZWO ASI432MM camera.
#astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy #sun #sunspots

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The past days have been cloudy, but every now and then she ☀️ manages to peek through.
I’m slowly getting closer to the result I have in mind, but still plenty to learn, both in capturing and in post-processing.
Very pleased with the Lunt40 + ZWO ASI174MM combo. 😀
#lunt #halpha #sun #solarphotography

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Detailed hydrogen-alpha image of the Sun showing solar prominences, filaments, and surface texture against a bright yellow background.

Detailed hydrogen-alpha image of the Sun showing solar prominences, filaments, and surface texture against a bright yellow background.

The Sun glows in rich yellow-orange tones, its surface alive with swirling patterns and bright arcs at the edges—captured in a special light that reveals its hidden energy and motion.

The Sun glows in rich yellow-orange tones, its surface alive with swirling patterns and bright arcs at the edges—captured in a special light that reveals its hidden energy and motion.

A telescope with a bright red camera is set up in a backyard under a sunny sky, ready to explore the Sun. Trees in fall colors and a house nearby add warmth to this glimpse of amateur astronomy in action.

A telescope with a bright red camera is set up in a backyard under a sunny sky, ready to explore the Sun. Trees in fall colors and a house nearby add warmth to this glimpse of amateur astronomy in action.

The Sun appears in soft shades of gray, its surface alive with swirling patterns and glowing arcs at the edges—captured in a special light that reveals its hidden energy and motion.

The Sun appears in soft shades of gray, its surface alive with swirling patterns and glowing arcs at the edges—captured in a special light that reveals its hidden energy and motion.

The sun today. Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera.
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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🔭 The Sun in H-alpha - First light with my new Lunt telescope! I captured an image between the passing clouds, just before the Sun disappeared behind our house.
There’s still plenty of room for improvement but I’m quite happy with this first photo nonetheless. 😀
#Astrophotography #lunt #halpha #sun

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Detailed image of the Sun as a bright yellow-orange sphere with visible surface textures. Sunspots and solar prominences are clearly seen, revealing areas of intense magnetic activity. The image likely uses an H-alpha filter to highlight solar phenomena such as flares and plasma structures.

Detailed image of the Sun as a bright yellow-orange sphere with visible surface textures. Sunspots and solar prominences are clearly seen, revealing areas of intense magnetic activity. The image likely uses an H-alpha filter to highlight solar phenomena such as flares and plasma structures.

Close-up image of the Sun’s surface showing swirling textures, bright active regions, and a dark sunspot near the center-left. Solar prominences extend from the edge, highlighting intense magnetic activity and the dynamic nature of the Sun’s outer layers.

Close-up image of the Sun’s surface showing swirling textures, bright active regions, and a dark sunspot near the center-left. Solar prominences extend from the edge, highlighting intense magnetic activity and the dynamic nature of the Sun’s outer layers.

High-resolution image of the Sun showing its textured surface in vivid orange and red tones. Visible features include sunspots, solar flares, and filament structures, highlighting magnetic activity and plasma movement across the Sun’s outer layers.

High-resolution image of the Sun showing its textured surface in vivid orange and red tones. Visible features include sunspots, solar flares, and filament structures, highlighting magnetic activity and plasma movement across the Sun’s outer layers.

Outdoor setup of a high-quality telescope mounted on a tripod, aimed at the bright Sun in a clear sky. A red imaging device is attached near the eyepiece, and a counterweight system ensures balance. The scene includes a grassy lawn, trees, and a fence, suggesting a backyard solar observation on a sunny day.

Outdoor setup of a high-quality telescope mounted on a tripod, aimed at the bright Sun in a clear sky. A red imaging device is attached near the eyepiece, and a counterweight system ensures balance. The scene includes a grassy lawn, trees, and a fence, suggesting a backyard solar observation on a sunny day.

The Sun captured this morning with the LUNT LS152THa and a ZWO ASI432MM camera.
#astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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Detailed image of the Sun in the red spectrum, likely in H-alpha light, showing visible sunspots, filaments, and surface structures.

Detailed image of the Sun in the red spectrum, likely in H-alpha light, showing visible sunspots, filaments, and surface structures.

Detailed view of the Sun as a glowing sphere with a textured surface. Visible are dark spots and filament-like structures, highlighting the star’s dynamic activity.

Detailed view of the Sun as a glowing sphere with a textured surface. Visible are dark spots and filament-like structures, highlighting the star’s dynamic activity.

Black-and-white image of the Sun in H-alpha light, showing clearly visible sunspots, filaments, and fine surface structures

Black-and-white image of the Sun in H-alpha light, showing clearly visible sunspots, filaments, and fine surface structures

Telescope setup during daylight, aimed at the sky with the Sun visible in the background. The telescope features various attachments, including a red cylindrical component and a black-and-white mount labeled “CENTER” and “POWER.” Blurred trees and a clear sky appear in the background.

Telescope setup during daylight, aimed at the sky with the Sun visible in the background. The telescope features various attachments, including a red cylindrical component and a black-and-white mount labeled “CENTER” and “POWER.” Blurred trees and a clear sky appear in the background.

The sun this afternoon. Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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Full image of the Sun in monochrome

Full image of the Sun in monochrome

Detail of the Sun's surface showing activity (in monochrome)

Detail of the Sun's surface showing activity (in monochrome)

Brief appearance of the Sun today over Manchester UK. Lots of surface activity. With the #Lunt 60 Ha scope.
#zwoasi 174 camera

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Full image of the sun showing surface features

Full image of the sun showing surface features

A tad hot in Manchester UK so just a quick set up today.

#lunt 60 #zwoasi 174
#gimp #sharpcap #autostakkert

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A vivid, high-resolution image of the Sun showcasing its fiery surface against a deep black background. The Sun appears as a glowing orange-yellow sphere, featuring visible sunspots, swirling plasma patterns, and bright solar flares that suggest intense magnetic activity. The texture and contrast reveal the dynamic and volatile nature of the solar surface.

A vivid, high-resolution image of the Sun showcasing its fiery surface against a deep black background. The Sun appears as a glowing orange-yellow sphere, featuring visible sunspots, swirling plasma patterns, and bright solar flares that suggest intense magnetic activity. The texture and contrast reveal the dynamic and volatile nature of the solar surface.

A highly detailed image of the Sun showing its dynamic surface features. The large orange sphere displays swirling textures, dark sunspots, and bright solar prominences, all captured against a stark black background. The fine granulation and contrasting patterns highlight the intense energy and activity of our star.

A highly detailed image of the Sun showing its dynamic surface features. The large orange sphere displays swirling textures, dark sunspots, and bright solar prominences, all captured against a stark black background. The fine granulation and contrasting patterns highlight the intense energy and activity of our star.

A dramatic image like a total solar eclipse, where the moon completely obscures the sun.

A dramatic image like a total solar eclipse, where the moon completely obscures the sun.

A close-up image of a telescope fitted with a red and black camera attachment, aimed directly at the bright Sun in a clear blue sky. Blurred greenery and trees fill the background, suggesting the telescope is set up outdoors in a natural environment.

A close-up image of a telescope fitted with a red and black camera attachment, aimed directly at the bright Sun in a clear blue sky. Blurred greenery and trees fill the background, suggesting the telescope is set up outdoors in a natural environment.

The sun today. Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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A detailed view of the Sun as a glowing yellow sphere set against a black background, with several dark sunspots scattered across its surface, highlighting solar magnetic activity.

A detailed view of the Sun as a glowing yellow sphere set against a black background, with several dark sunspots scattered across its surface, highlighting solar magnetic activity.

A close-up, high-resolution image of the Sun . Flame-like solar prominences can be seen erupting from the sun’s edge, creating a dramatic halo around the silhouette.

A close-up, high-resolution image of the Sun . Flame-like solar prominences can be seen erupting from the sun’s edge, creating a dramatic halo around the silhouette.

A close-up, high-resolution image of the Sun showing a luminous yellow sphere with visible granular textures, dark sunspots, and subtle solar prominences at the edges, all set against a black backdrop.

A close-up, high-resolution image of the Sun showing a luminous yellow sphere with visible granular textures, dark sunspots, and subtle solar prominences at the edges, all set against a black backdrop.

A telescope setup is shown aimed toward the daytime sky. The equipment includes a red cylindrical component labeled “ASI178MM,” along with various other attached parts. The sky is clear with the sun shining brightly, and trees can be seen in the background. The scene is notable for featuring an astronomy setup typically used at night being operated in broad daylight

A telescope setup is shown aimed toward the daytime sky. The equipment includes a red cylindrical component labeled “ASI178MM,” along with various other attached parts. The sky is clear with the sun shining brightly, and trees can be seen in the background. The scene is notable for featuring an astronomy setup typically used at night being operated in broad daylight

The sun today, captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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Full image of the sun showing sunspots

Full image of the sun showing sunspots

Enlargement of darker solar active regions

Enlargement of darker solar active regions

Better seeing today from Manchester UK. Enlargement of active region 4114 with the @televueoptics.bsky.social x4 powermate. 4117 coming into view.
#lunt 60
@zwoastro.com.web.brid.gy 174

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Close-up of the surface of the sun showing active regions

Close-up of the surface of the sun showing active regions

The surface of our nearest star today from Manchester UK. Big active region 4114 pretty much pointing at the Earth. Plenty to see.
#lunt 60
#zwoasi 174 camera
#sharpcap #autostakkert #gimp #sun #4114

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A high-resolution image of the Sun showing a clearly defined circular orange-yellow disk against a black background. Several small sunspots are visible on the surface, appearing as tiny dark spots. The image captures solar texture and detail, emphasizing the smooth yet slightly mottled appearance of the Sun’s photosphere.

A high-resolution image of the Sun showing a clearly defined circular orange-yellow disk against a black background. Several small sunspots are visible on the surface, appearing as tiny dark spots. The image captures solar texture and detail, emphasizing the smooth yet slightly mottled appearance of the Sun’s photosphere.

The image depicts the Sun, showcasing its bright, glowing surface with some visible sunspots. The Sun appears as a large, orange-yellow sphere against a black background, indicative of space. Sunspots are darker areas on the Sun's surface caused by magnetic activity, which inhibits convection and results in cooler areas compared to the surrounding regions. The texture of the Sun's surface is granular, which is typical due to the convective motions of plasma.

The image depicts the Sun, showcasing its bright, glowing surface with some visible sunspots. The Sun appears as a large, orange-yellow sphere against a black background, indicative of space. Sunspots are darker areas on the Sun's surface caused by magnetic activity, which inhibits convection and results in cooler areas compared to the surrounding regions. The texture of the Sun's surface is granular, which is typical due to the convective motions of plasma.

The image shows the Sun with a detailed view of its surface. The Sun appears as a large, bright orange-yellow sphere. The surface of the Sun exhibits a granular texture, which is due to the convective motions of plasma. There are several darker spots visible, known as sunspots, which are areas of intense magnetic activity that are cooler than the surrounding regions. Additionally, there are some bright, filament-like structures that could be solar prominences or filaments, which are large, bright features extending outward from the Sun's surface. The image captures the dynamic and complex nature of the Sun's surface.

The image shows the Sun with a detailed view of its surface. The Sun appears as a large, bright orange-yellow sphere. The surface of the Sun exhibits a granular texture, which is due to the convective motions of plasma. There are several darker spots visible, known as sunspots, which are areas of intense magnetic activity that are cooler than the surrounding regions. Additionally, there are some bright, filament-like structures that could be solar prominences or filaments, which are large, bright features extending outward from the Sun's surface. The image captures the dynamic and complex nature of the Sun's surface.

The image features an astronomical observation setup with a telescope aimed at the sky. A red cylindrical camera is attached to the telescope, along with other components. The background consists of trees and greenery, indicating an outdoor setting. The sky is clear and blue, with the Sun visible in the upper part of the image. This setup is likely used for capturing images or data related to celestial objects.

The image features an astronomical observation setup with a telescope aimed at the sky. A red cylindrical camera is attached to the telescope, along with other components. The background consists of trees and greenery, indicating an outdoor setting. The sky is clear and blue, with the Sun visible in the upper part of the image. This setup is likely used for capturing images or data related to celestial objects.

The sun today Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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A picture of a Maxiwell bent billiard briar tobacco pipe set against a wild grass field and a forest in the background.

A picture of a Maxiwell bent billiard briar tobacco pipe set against a wild grass field and a forest in the background.

A portrait photograph of a tobacco pipe smoker holding a Maxiwell bent billiard briar tobacco pipe as he smokes it. A thin wisp of smoke is coming out of his mouth. The man is wearing a wide brim felt hat, clear rimmed glasses, earbuds, a vest and grey tee shirt underneath. He is standing in front of trees and bushes.

A portrait photograph of a tobacco pipe smoker holding a Maxiwell bent billiard briar tobacco pipe as he smokes it. A thin wisp of smoke is coming out of his mouth. The man is wearing a wide brim felt hat, clear rimmed glasses, earbuds, a vest and grey tee shirt underneath. He is standing in front of trees and bushes.

I went on a lunt this morning to clear my mind & relax before the start of the week. I enjoyed a vintage smooth Maxiwell bent billiard briar tobacco pipe & some Mac Baren Plum Cake Mixture. It was a relaxing smoke.

#pipes #pipetobacco #tobaccopipesmoker #macbaren #plumcakemixture #lunt #maxiwell

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Dark active region on the surface of the sun

Dark active region on the surface of the sun

Impressive active region 4087 on our nearest star today. About 1000 images stacked.
#lunt 60 #zwoasi 174 #sharpcap #autostakkert

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The image shows a detailed view of the Sun, captured in visible light. It appears as a large, bright yellow sphere against a dark background. Several sunspots are visible on the surface, which are cooler regions caused by magnetic activity. This image is fascinating because it provides insight into the Sun's surface features, which are crucial for studying solar activity and understanding its impact on space weather and Earth's climate.

The image shows a detailed view of the Sun, captured in visible light. It appears as a large, bright yellow sphere against a dark background. Several sunspots are visible on the surface, which are cooler regions caused by magnetic activity. This image is fascinating because it provides insight into the Sun's surface features, which are crucial for studying solar activity and understanding its impact on space weather and Earth's climate.

The image showcases the Sun's surface in remarkable detail, revealing various solar phenomena. Sunspots, which appear as darker regions, are scattered across the bright yellow sphere. Along the edges, a reddish glow is visible, indicating strong solar activity. The intricate patterns and textures provide insight into the Sun’s dynamic behavior, making this image valuable for studying space weather and its effects on Earth.

The image showcases the Sun's surface in remarkable detail, revealing various solar phenomena. Sunspots, which appear as darker regions, are scattered across the bright yellow sphere. Along the edges, a reddish glow is visible, indicating strong solar activity. The intricate patterns and textures provide insight into the Sun’s dynamic behavior, making this image valuable for studying space weather and its effects on Earth.

The image shows a detailed view of the Sun. The Sun appears as a large, bright, orange sphere with visible surface textures and patterns. There are several darker and lighter areas on the surface, indicating solar activity such as sunspots and solar flares. This image is interesting and relevant because it provides a close-up look at the Sun's surface, which is crucial for understanding solar phenomena and their impact on space weather and Earth's climate.

The image shows a detailed view of the Sun. The Sun appears as a large, bright, orange sphere with visible surface textures and patterns. There are several darker and lighter areas on the surface, indicating solar activity such as sunspots and solar flares. This image is interesting and relevant because it provides a close-up look at the Sun's surface, which is crucial for understanding solar phenomena and their impact on space weather and Earth's climate.

The image features an astronomical observation setup with a telescope aimed at the sky. A red cylindrical camera is attached to the telescope, along with other components. The background consists of trees and greenery, indicating an outdoor setting. The sky is clear and blue, with the Sun visible in the upper part of the image. This setup is likely used for capturing images or data related to celestial objects.

The image features an astronomical observation setup with a telescope aimed at the sky. A red cylindrical camera is attached to the telescope, along with other components. The background consists of trees and greenery, indicating an outdoor setting. The sky is clear and blue, with the Sun visible in the upper part of the image. This setup is likely used for capturing images or data related to celestial objects.

The sun today Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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#lunt

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Lovely visit to Lunt Meadows this afternoon for the opening of their new Learning Centre. Great to see how the project has developed since it was first excavated in 2012 #Lunt #Mesolithic

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The image shows the Sun with several sunspots visible on its surface. Sunspots are dark areas caused by strong magnetic fields that are cooler than the surrounding regions. They appear darker because they are less hot than the rest of the Sun's surface.

The image shows the Sun with several sunspots visible on its surface. Sunspots are dark areas caused by strong magnetic fields that are cooler than the surrounding regions. They appear darker because they are less hot than the rest of the Sun's surface.

The image shows the Sun with visible details of its surface texture, including filaments and possibly some sunspots. The texture appears granulated, which is characteristic of the Sun's photosphere. Filaments are dark, thread-like structures that are cooler than the surrounding areas.

The image shows the Sun with visible details of its surface texture, including filaments and possibly some sunspots. The texture appears granulated, which is characteristic of the Sun's photosphere. Filaments are dark, thread-like structures that are cooler than the surrounding areas.

The image shows the Sun with a detailed view of its surface, featuring filaments and sunspots. The texture of the Sun's surface appears granulated, which is typical of the photosphere. Filaments are dark, thread-like structures that are cooler than the surrounding areas, while sunspots are darker regions caused by strong magnetic fields.

The image shows the Sun with a detailed view of its surface, featuring filaments and sunspots. The texture of the Sun's surface appears granulated, which is typical of the photosphere. Filaments are dark, thread-like structures that are cooler than the surrounding areas, while sunspots are darker regions caused by strong magnetic fields.

The image shows a telescope set up outdoors on a tripod, aimed at the Sun. The sky is clear and blue, with the Sun shining brightly. The telescope is equipped with a solar filter, which is essential for safely observing the Sun. In the background, there is a garden with green grass, a tree, and some structures, including a gazebo and a fence.

The image shows a telescope set up outdoors on a tripod, aimed at the Sun. The sky is clear and blue, with the Sun shining brightly. The telescope is equipped with a solar filter, which is essential for safely observing the Sun. In the background, there is a garden with green grass, a tree, and some structures, including a gazebo and a fence.

The sun today Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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Managed to catch the ISS as it crossed the face of the Sun from Manchester UK today. Always exciting to see. #Lunt #ISS #Sun

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The image shows the Sun with visible sunspots. The Sun appears as a large, bright sphere against a dark background. Several sunspots are visible on the surface, which are cooler regions of the Sun's photosphere. This image is interesting because it provides a view of solar activity, which can affect space weather and communications on Earth.

The image shows the Sun with visible sunspots. The Sun appears as a large, bright sphere against a dark background. Several sunspots are visible on the surface, which are cooler regions of the Sun's photosphere. This image is interesting because it provides a view of solar activity, which can affect space weather and communications on Earth.

This image shows a detailed view of the Sun's surface, emphasizing solar activity such as sunspots and solar prominences. The Sun appears as a bright orange sphere, showcasing intricate textures and patterns. It's fascinating for studying solar phenomena and gaining insights into the dynamics of our closest star.

This image shows a detailed view of the Sun's surface, emphasizing solar activity such as sunspots and solar prominences. The Sun appears as a bright orange sphere, showcasing intricate textures and patterns. It's fascinating for studying solar phenomena and gaining insights into the dynamics of our closest star.

The image shows a detailed view of the Sun. The Sun appears as a bright, yellow sphere with visible textures and patterns on its surface. Solar activity, such as sunspots and solar flares, is captured in this image, providing insights into the Sun's behavior and its influence on the solar system.

The image shows a detailed view of the Sun. The Sun appears as a bright, yellow sphere with visible textures and patterns on its surface. Solar activity, such as sunspots and solar flares, is captured in this image, providing insights into the Sun's behavior and its influence on the solar system.

The LUNT h-alpha telescope with a red camera is mounted on a tripod outdoors. In the background, there is a leafless tree and a bright blue sky with the sun visible. It appears to be a sunny day.

The LUNT h-alpha telescope with a red camera is mounted on a tripod outdoors. In the background, there is a leafless tree and a bright blue sky with the sun visible. It appears to be a sunny day.

The sun this afternoon. Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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The image displays the Sun in monochromatic detail, focusing on the presence of sunspots scattered across its surface. Sunspots are darker regions on the Sun's photosphere caused by intense magnetic activity. This image offers insight into solar phenomena and magnetic behavior that influence space weather and Earth-based technologies.

The image displays the Sun in monochromatic detail, focusing on the presence of sunspots scattered across its surface. Sunspots are darker regions on the Sun's photosphere caused by intense magnetic activity. This image offers insight into solar phenomena and magnetic behavior that influence space weather and Earth-based technologies.

monochromatic close-up image of the Sun's surface, showcasing solar activity such as sunspots. These darker regions result from strong magnetic fields disrupting the normal flow of energy. The image highlights the dynamic and textured appearance of the Sun's photosphere, essential for understanding solar phenomena.

monochromatic close-up image of the Sun's surface, showcasing solar activity such as sunspots. These darker regions result from strong magnetic fields disrupting the normal flow of energy. The image highlights the dynamic and textured appearance of the Sun's photosphere, essential for understanding solar phenomena.

A high-resolution image of the Sun, showcasing its bright yellow-orange surface with visible textures and two small, dark sunspots. These sunspots, caused by magnetic activity, interrupt the otherwise uniform appearance of the Sun. The image highlights solar activity and provides a detailed view of the Sun's dynamic photosphere

A high-resolution image of the Sun, showcasing its bright yellow-orange surface with visible textures and two small, dark sunspots. These sunspots, caused by magnetic activity, interrupt the otherwise uniform appearance of the Sun. The image highlights solar activity and provides a detailed view of the Sun's dynamic photosphere

The image showcases a telescope mounted on a tripod in an outdoor setting,  in a garden. The telescope is equipped with additional accessories, such as a camera or imaging device, suggesting it's prepared for astronomical observation or astrophotography. The scene includes a grassy area and some trees, with the sun visible in the sky.

The image showcases a telescope mounted on a tripod in an outdoor setting, in a garden. The telescope is equipped with additional accessories, such as a camera or imaging device, suggesting it's prepared for astronomical observation or astrophotography. The scene includes a grassy area and some trees, with the sun visible in the sky.

The sun this afternoon. Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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Image of the sun with some sunspots

Image of the sun with some sunspots

Close up of sunspot on the surface of the sun

Close up of sunspot on the surface of the sun

The Sun today over Manchester UK with close-up of active region 4048. Taken with the Lunt 60 scope and zwoasi 174 camera. Just fantastic.
#sun #lunt #sunspot

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The image shows a high-resolution, detailed view of the Sun, captured in a specific wavelength that highlights its surface texture and active regions. The Sun appears as a glowing orange sphere with visible sunspots and solar activity. The image has an inverted or enhanced color scheme, likely taken using a specialized solar telescope to reveal intricate surface details such as prominences, filaments, and active regions. The bright outer glow contrasts with the darker, textured surface.

The image shows a high-resolution, detailed view of the Sun, captured in a specific wavelength that highlights its surface texture and active regions. The Sun appears as a glowing orange sphere with visible sunspots and solar activity. The image has an inverted or enhanced color scheme, likely taken using a specialized solar telescope to reveal intricate surface details such as prominences, filaments, and active regions. The bright outer glow contrasts with the darker, textured surface.

The image shows a high-resolution view of the Sun, captured in a specific wavelength that highlights its surface details. The Sun appears as a bright orange sphere with visible sunspots and solar activity, including filaments and prominences. The darker spots indicate areas of intense magnetic activity. The surrounding edge of the Sun is slightly dimmer, providing contrast against the black background of space. This image was likely taken using a specialized solar telescope with a hydrogen-alpha filter.

The image shows a high-resolution view of the Sun, captured in a specific wavelength that highlights its surface details. The Sun appears as a bright orange sphere with visible sunspots and solar activity, including filaments and prominences. The darker spots indicate areas of intense magnetic activity. The surrounding edge of the Sun is slightly dimmer, providing contrast against the black background of space. This image was likely taken using a specialized solar telescope with a hydrogen-alpha filter.

The image shows a detailed black-and-white view of the Sun, highlighting its surface features such as sunspots, filaments, and active regions. The monochrome processing enhances the contrast, making the intricate textures of the solar surface more visible. A prominent dark sunspot is noticeable near the center, along with other areas of magnetic activity. The outer edge of the Sun appears slightly dimmer, giving it a spherical appearance against the dark background of space. This image was likely captured using a hydrogen-alpha solar filter.

The image shows a detailed black-and-white view of the Sun, highlighting its surface features such as sunspots, filaments, and active regions. The monochrome processing enhances the contrast, making the intricate textures of the solar surface more visible. A prominent dark sunspot is noticeable near the center, along with other areas of magnetic activity. The outer edge of the Sun appears slightly dimmer, giving it a spherical appearance against the dark background of space. This image was likely captured using a hydrogen-alpha solar filter.

A telescope equipped with a camera, set up outdoors on a clear sunny day. The sky is bright and unobstructed, with trees visible in the background. The equipment appears ready for astronomical observation or photography.

A telescope equipped with a camera, set up outdoors on a clear sunny day. The sky is bright and unobstructed, with trees visible in the background. The equipment appears ready for astronomical observation or photography.

The sun this afternoon. Captured with a LUNT 60THA H-Alpha telescope and an ZWO ASI178MM camera .
#sun #astrophotography #LUNT #halpha #astronomy

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Lunt solar binocular

Lunt solar binocular

Komt deze weer een keertje van pas #zonsverduistering #eclips #zon #lunt

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Prominence on the edge of the sun with Earth in the frame for size comparison

Prominence on the edge of the sun with Earth in the frame for size comparison

Nearest star today from Manchester UK. Using the Lunt 60 Ha scope and zwoasi 174 camera with x2.5 barlow.
#sun #astrophotography #lunt

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