EDITING WORKFLOW
This deep sky astrophotography editing workflow outlines the core post-processing stages used to move from stacked data to a finished image. The process centers on PixInsight, with additional finishing work where needed, and is meant to connect the gallery results with the actual processing decisions behind them.
The Transformation
Slide to see the power of post-processing on the NGC 2245.
Linear Fit & Background Extraction
Removing light pollution gradients and balancing the stacked data before stretching in PixInsight.
Deconvolution
Restoring detail lost to atmospheric blurring so smaller structures remain cleaner and more readable.
Color Calibration
Using Spectrophotometric Color Calibration (SPCC) to keep star colors and overall palette grounded in the recorded data.
Processing Intent
The goal is not to force detail, but to reveal faint structures cleanly while keeping color, contrast, and star handling consistent with the captured data.
Where the Data Comes From
The gallery pages show the source targets and integration details, while the equipment section explains the optics, camera, and filters used to acquire the data.
Guide Status
This section will continue expanding with more step-by-step examples, but it already establishes the processing framework that supports the site's finished astrophotography work.