The Pelican Nebula, also known as IC 5070, is a large hydrogen emission nebula in Cygnus constellation near to North America Nebula, that is even bigger and brighter. As seen in this picture, it is plenty of dark filaments which give it a high contrast look and feel.

Gary Honis is the author of this spectacular image. He is an expert in modding DSLR cameras for astrophotography. If interested check out his website (follow the link below).

by Gary Honis on 2009-05-27 01:39:51 [Original Size] - [Next Image] - [Author's gallery]