why orion?

Orion is one of the most recognisable constellations in the night sky. The Hunter stands proud in the Winter sky, immediately visible and reassuringly reliable. A friend in the sky who’s watching your back. As tangible as any deity.

A constellation that has everything. A recognisable humanoid shape. Everyone’s favourite; the 3 star asterism - Orion’s belt, which is actually about 7 stars with 2 supergiant and 1 giant blue stars in a region of stellar birth. Rigel - Orion’s left foot, a very bright supergiant blue star. Betelgeuse - Orion’s right shoulder, an enormous and enigmatic supergiant red star which has perhaps already gone supernova! And of course the Orion Nebula (my favourite), visible just below the belt in proper dark skies.

You could stare for hours thinking of all those connected worlds, in reality parsecs from each other, but lining up as the Handsome Hunter Orion here on Planet Earth.

I wield the sword of my existence in this world under the protective and watchful shield of Orion.

But why?

Orion represents an outlet… It reflects the idea that we don’t have to be defined by just one purpose, interest, or identity. Like the constellation itself, made up of many distinct worlds and astronomical phenomena. Orion symbolises the many passions, perspectives, and strengths (and weaknesses) that can come together to create something unique and, hopefully, meaningful.

Whether it be writing, music, photography or even just thinking out loud… This will be the place to bare (or bear) it all!

“five-card stud, nothing wild. And the sky’s the limit…”