My degree’s are in Astronomy, and I have been fascinated by the sky since I could look up. In the early 2000’s I bought a 10″ newtonian (Orion Optics!) and although it did work incredibly well, the sheer size and bulk meant it didnt get used much and I eventually sold it.

This year I treated myself to a Dwarf 2 Smart Telescope after seeing some rave reviews, and I have to admit it has absolutely rekindled my love for the stars. This photo of M42 was taken on a moonlit night, stacked from 32 exposures of 15 seconds and gain 100 – then processed in Siril and Gimp to highlight the nebula.