The ever changing appearance of the Sun never ceases to amaze me.
Here are my best captures taken this morning on a windy day on Brisbane's Bayside.
I couldn't resist doing a 90 minute animation of this magnificent prominence on the north eastern side of the sun.
Martin
cropped by Martin Symonds, on Flickr
Cak and H alpha 12-09-2021
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Re: Cak and H alpha 12-09-2021
Beautiful images!
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Re: Cak and H alpha 12-09-2021
Terrific images and animation, Martin. Glad you were able observe and capture the large prom.
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Re: Cak and H alpha 12-09-2021
Super shots Martin!
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Re: Cak and H alpha 12-09-2021
WoW Martin! All of these are stunning. Beautiful!! The prominence animation turned out really nice too!
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Re: Cak and H alpha 12-09-2021
Very nice animation !
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Thank you all for your comments they are most appreciated. Christian I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of your book.
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Re: Cak and H alpha 12-09-2021
Great images and animation, Martin. Interesting to see the huge prom ‘dissolving’ away.
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