Explore NGC 6883, a small star cluster in Cygnus, and discover its connection to a sprawling stellar neighborhood. Includes sketch under suburban skies.
Tag Archives: Summer
The Crescent Nebula: A Star’s Fiery Farewell
Discover the NGC 6888 Crescent Nebula—its turbulent origins, glowing arcs, and my sketch and photo showcasing this breathtaking deep-sky marvel.
Messier 75 (NGC 6864): A Dense Globular Cluster in Sagittarius
Explore Messier 75 globular cluster viewed through an 8-inch telescope, showing its dense core and surrounding stars in Sagittarius.
IC 4996: A Faint, Yet Rich Star Cluster in Cygnus
Explore IC 4996, a young open star cluster in Cygnus. Discover its brilliant blue stars, stellar youth, and tips for observing this cosmic nursery.
Anser: A Warm Double Star in Vulpecula
Anser is a bright optical double star in the constellation Vulpecula. It is a member of the Arcturus stream, meaning the Milky Way stole the star from a dwarf galaxy in the past.
SHJ 282 (STT 525): A Multiple System of Orange and Blue in Lyra
Otto Struve 525 (aka STT 525) is a triple-star system that features a golden primary (Star A) with two companions (stars B & C) in the constellation Lyra. The Star C is a pretty blue color. Also known as SAO 67566.
Chi Cygni: The Pulsating Beauty of Cygnus
Explore Chi Cygni, a variable red giant in Cygnus whose rhythmic brightening and fading reveal the life cycles of stars. Includes new astrophotography.
Exploring Black Hole Cygnus X-1 and Its Companion Star
In my article on Cygnus X-1, I cover the black hole and its massive companion star, HDE 226868, along with how they interact through stellar winds. I’ve also included my own photos and clear illustrations to show exactly where the system is located in Cygnus. It’s a mix of science, observation, and practical stargazing guidance.
The Garden Astronomer 