CaK AR11040 – January 14, 2010
White Light AR11040 – January 14, 2010
Sketches and Details by Stephen W. Ramsden
Object Name AR11040
Object Type Solar Active Region and related Sunspots
Location Atlanta, GA –Jon Wood Observatory
Date 14 Jan 2010
The purple image is my interpretation of the Calcium K Line emissions from AR11040
The tan image is my sketch of the remaining Sunspot Group 1040 seen in white light
Conte chalks, pastels/Artagain paper, LUNT Solar Systems B1800 Cak Filter module on an Explore Scientific 127mm ED refractor.
I would strongly encourage all the solar photographers out there to give sketching a try. It gives you unique insights that cannot be caught on film. Thanks Stephen Ames and Erika for inspiration.
Stephen W. Ramsden
www.charliebates.org
Stephen , first time I have seen your work, I like your style, thanks for posting I look forward to more of the same.
Dale 🙂
Absolutely love these sketches Stephen; you convey not only the visuals but also the emotions of observing. Super!
Peter
Stephen,
Wow, this is an impressive pair of colorful sketches. Very exciting. 🙂
Frank
Thank you for the nice comments. I am a newbie at sketching. Peter, you inspired me to do more.
Great to see your sketches here Stephen!!