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Listed as a Supernova Remnant, this large reflection nebula is illuminated by Rigel, just out of the frame at the lower left. Named because of its dark left edge resembles the face of a witch, it is notoriously difficult to photograph, and requires very dark transparent skies for a good image. Also note the red emission nebulosity arcing under the Witch from the lower left, and the small patch at the top with a tiny red object embedded within.

Instrument:  8" f/1.5 Celestron Schmidt Camera
Platform:  Homemade GEM
Film:  Kodak Supra 400
CCD Autoguider: None
Exposure:  2x8mins
Filters:  UV
Location:  Happy Jack, Arizona
Elevation:  6800 ft.
Sky:  Seeing 8/10, Transparency 8/10
Outside Temperature:  -12 C
Processing: Photoshop, PW Pro, SGBNR.

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