The California Nebula

The California Nebula (NGC 1499/Sh2-220) is an emission nebula located in the constellation Perseus. Its name comes from its resemblance to the outline of the US State of California in long exposure photographs.

Imaged in Gilbert, AZ with Stellarvue 80mm Access Refractor, ZWO ASI071 MC Pro Camera, OPT Triad Quad Filter, 4 hrs 30min, Skywatcher EQ6-R Pro mount, Meade 50mm Guide Scope and Sbig St-I Guider. Processed with Pixinsight and Photoshop Dec.2020