Solar storms emit streams of ionized particles. Thirty hours later, these particles collide with oxygen and other molecules in Earth's upper atmosphere, boosting their electrons into higher states of energy. When the molecules lose that extra energy, they create a fantastic light show, the Aurora Borealis, dancing among the stars. Observed from beneath, as on this November night in southern Wisconsin, you may see the corona, the point from which the light appears to emerge from the sky. From 35mm negative.

Stock photo or signed and numbered 8x12” color photograph. Series size: 45, © 2001.

All matted or framed photos dry mounted unless otherwise requested. Matted and framed by the artist using archival materials.