Aurora Borealis

"Aurora Borealis" is a stunning microphotographic artwork that reveals the magical world of urea crystals. Through polarized light, the microphotographer has captured a moment where ordinary fertilizer crystals transform into a northern lights-like color spectacle.

The piece is filled with dynamic movement, where intense fuchsia reds and magenta pinks intertwine with electric blue and turquoise crystal structures. The sharp, diagonal lines of the crystals resemble the dancing beams of aurora in the night sky, creating an impression of a cosmic light show.

The color transition is particularly remarkable - warm oranges and pinks blend seamlessly with cool blues and greens, creating an almost holographic effect. The layering of crystals creates a depth dimension where colored layers appear to float above one another.

The diagonal dynamics of the composition gives the piece a strong sense of movement, as if capturing a moment when cosmic energy flows through the crystal structure, transforming them into a sparkling play of colors.

Interesting Facts: Urea or carbamide is a nitrogen-rich compound that is one of the world's most widely used fertilizers. It naturally occurs in mammalian metabolism but is now synthetically produced for agricultural use. Urea was discovered in 1773 and was the first organic compound successfully synthesized from inorganic materials in a laboratory (1828). Urea crystals are known for their unique ability to form striking structures under polarized light, making them popular subjects in microscopic photography.