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Posts Made By: Ivan Gastaldo

August 22, 2006 04:42 PM Forum: Home Observatories

Where to/how to start?

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Enrico, even though my observatory has not been re-built yet, I had to deal not only with my HOA, but also with my City... (2 permits in order to be able to build mine...)

In my case, the "building" does NOT have to be attached to my House, but I have to make sure to be within the limits that the City requires... (meaning, I cannot be too close to my neighbors property or the lake area, which is considered City area)

Nothing beats the comfort of having an observatory, even if your skies are less than perfect... so go ahead and make it happen, you won't regret it. 8)



Clear skies, and good luck!

August 23, 2006 01:22 PM Forum: Deep Sky Observing

Something to think about...

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Simply put... Optical Illusion, that's all... 8)
Thanks for the explanation Inge... wink

August 23, 2006 01:24 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Solar System

Uranus 8-23-2006

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Very nice catch Miguel! 8)
Thanks for sharing!

August 23, 2006 01:26 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

My best Pinwheel...

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Wonderful image Wayne! 8)

August 23, 2006 02:39 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

NGC7331/Stephen's quintet

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Excellent shot Rick! 8)

August 23, 2006 02:42 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Solar System

Neptune/Triton

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Nicely done Paul! 8)
Indeed, webcam imaging is always full of surprises! wink

August 23, 2006 08:00 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Solar System

WOW

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Very cool catch! 8)

August 24, 2006 01:39 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

Popp Maksutov

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Ido, good luck putting that system together... 8)
It sure looks like a very promising scope indeed... hopefully you'll post pics & a First Light Report when done...


Take good care, and clear skies!

August 24, 2006 01:40 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Iris In Bloom

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Beautiful shot Dan!
I love the subtle colors across the nebula... very smooth 8)

August 24, 2006 01:43 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Comet 177P – Movie and Seeing Comments

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Excellent work Dennis! 8)
As far as the jitter goes, yes, it does seem to be caused by "The Seeing"...

Thanks for sharing, and keep it coming! wink