The Flaming Star Nebula, IC 405, glows across the constellation Auriga with sweeping red emission, dark interstellar dust, and a dense field of stars. Its flowing structure gives the region a fiery appearance, creating a dramatic vertical composition with strong contrast and depth.
This original astrophotography print was assembled as a detailed two-panel mosaic, allowing the glowing gas and surrounding dust structures to extend across the frame. The rich red tones and deep black background make it a striking focal point for home offices, living spaces, studios, and science-inspired interiors.
About the Flaming Star Nebula
IC 405 is an emission and reflection nebula in Auriga, illuminated by the bright star AE Aurigae. Its surrounding clouds of gas and dust produce the flowing appearance that inspired the name Flaming Star Nebula.
Capture Details
Telescope: Explore Scientific 127mm refractor with 0.8× reducer Mono: ZWO ASI294MM Pro — 11 hours of exposures Color: ZWO ASI294MC Pro — 38 hours of exposures Composition: Two-panel mosaic Total integration time: 49 hours Captured and processed by: Gem State Astro
