Tools
The software chain.
Every image on this site goes through these four tools, roughly in this order. Capture → stack → heavy lifting → finishing.
01
NINA
Nighttime Imaging N Astronomy — full session automation, plate solving, meridian flips.
Capture
02
Siril
Free, open-source pre-processing and stacking. Calibrate, register and integrate subs.
Stacking
03
PixInsight
The standard for serious deep-sky processing. BlurX, NoiseX, and narrowband scripts.
Processing
04
Photoshop
Final color, curves, and artistic touches. Pairs with Camera Raw for star color.
Finishing