Messier 17

[Wiu-Wiu]

I'm not that big a fan of visually observing nebulae. But oh, boy, was this one a treat! 

I needed to put in the OIII just to get rid of some of the stars!! The nebula showed motteling and had "waves" running through it. What a spectacular view! Totally worth the trip! 

 

 

[mikeDnight]

Beautifully drawn! 

It's always a joy to look at your superb sketches. Thanks for posting.

[mariosi]

Wonderful sketch and very detailed. 

Marios

[Pete Presland]

Brilliant sketch, lots of detail visible there.