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The reason I only did 100 the first time is because I was getting some serious (and nasty) color gradients with all frames included. From light pollution I assumed. I had difficulty getting them under control, so I decided to used less (but cleaner) frames. However, I think the issue was that I was being too aggressive with my stretching in Photoshop. This time I stretched in very small increments and dealt with any gradient issues as soon as they started to appear and before they became serious issues. It was more tedious to do, but I think the results were well worth it. Less noise too.
I also toned down the background stars some. I felt like they were overpowering and distracting a little.
Thoughts?
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Thanks.
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Really!? Hmm... That's quite interesting to me and gives me something to think about. I appreciate the feedback!
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David @Jockinireland sums it up well.
Can’t beat either process for the amount of time invested. In capturing anyway! I’m sure you’re spent over 2 hours in processing (as most of us do).
Actually, a blend of the two might hit the “sweet” spot.
Either image in nice. Well done!
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I find that the first is still the most beautiful to watch.
the nebulosity is better defined in my opinion.
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Taking a break is part of processing for me.JSBach1801 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 22, 2023 6:51 pm Thank you, all. Very interesting feedback. I was trying to correct "issues" I had with the first image, and I may have over done it. I think I need to step away from this for a while, then come back to it in a week or so, and see what happens.
Many times, I just tweak and end up over-tweaking until I think it looks good.
The next morning, I open the image and either it pops or I think “where was I going with this”.
Breaks are good!
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