The Soul Nebula (IC 1848) in Cassiopeia.

The Soul Nebula (IC 1848) is located about 6,500 light-years away in the constellation Cassiopeia, the Soul (also known as the Embryo Nebula) is a massive star-forming region filled with glowing hydrogen gas, newborn star clusters, and intricate filaments sculpted by stellar winds. It spans 100-150 light years across. Its shape has long been said to resemble a human heart or “soul,” especially when paired with its neighbor, the Heart Nebula (not pictured), forming one of the sky’s most iconic deep-sky duos.

Acquisition Details:
Date: Nov. 14, 2025
Scope: Meade 70mm Quad APO Astrograph
Camera: QHY183C
Mount: Celestron AVX
Guide Scope: ZWO H30 F4 Mini
Guide Camera: ASI120MM Mini
Filter: Optolong L-eXtreme
Integration: 136 x 120s (4 Hrs. 32 mins.)
Software: N.I.N.A., Stellarium, Deep Sky Stacker, SASpro, Adobe Photoshop