RGB & SHO image processing workflows, 2024 edition

Posted: November 7, 2024

8 minute read

In the past few years the tools used to process astro-images have made a generational leap. Tools built into PixInsight, like WBPP (Weighted Batch Preprocessor), have simplified calibration and integration, while other free tools, like Generalized Hyperbolic Stretch (GHS), and SetiAstro’s helpers are making processing in PI easier (once you learn them). Other, paid tools, like RC-Astro’s *XTerminator tools have amplified the leap. In this post I’ll walk through a high-level overview of how I process images. It’s repeatable, pretty streamlined, and I think that you can get pretty good results without a lot of theory or math.
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Image processing: PixInsight scripts from theAstroShed

Posted: November 6, 2024

5 minute read

I use PixInsight to process my images and I’ve gotten to a point where I feel that I have a pretty repeatable workflow (note that I didn’t say that I’m good). I’ve created a few tools along the way that make things easier for me, which I figured I’d share with the community.
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Spending some quality time with the Heart Nebula

First remote imaging: Veil Nebula and M101

Posted: June 9, 2024

less than 1 minute read

Another quick post. I have finally had my first night imaging remotely, and everything actually worked!
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Quickshot: The Crescent Nebula - NCG 6888

Posted: May 31, 2024

less than 1 minute read

Still working out the kinks in my full automation routine but making progress
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