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Astrophotography and the IC1318 Butterfly Nebula, an interview with Drew Evans. Watch the Interview Now Imaging the Butterfly Nebula Welcome to Optical Mechanics, where we delve into the fascinating world of astronomy and the passionate individuals who contribute to its exploration. Recently, we had the pleasure of interviewing Drew Evans, an astrophotographer whose work with
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