The arrival of Orion and M42 in the evening sky certainly a sign that a new year is about to begin. 2024 seems to have raced by !
Your new rendition comes up well.
My much
older effort probably needs a re-visit, but I'm happy to let it go through to the keeper for now. Let's hope the 2025 weather is more welcoming to M42 and the capturing of many other gems !