Auroras are beautiful natural light displays that appear near the polar regions. They are caused by charged particles from the Sun interacting with Earth’s magnetic field and atmosphere.

To show the wavy and dynamic movement of auroras, we used organza fabric. It is soft and light, allowing us to shape it into flowing curves that mimic the dancing lights in the sky. A piece of organza is stapled from the back side of the paper, so when lifted, the aurora can be explored in three dimensions, adding a feeling of movement.

To capture the sharper, structured ribbons that often appear in auroras, we used organza ribbon with wire edges. The wire allows the ribbon to be bent into elegant waves and fixed in place above the horizon, representing the layered structure of the aurora.

The black rubber horizon shows the contrast between the night sky and the aurora, helping to orient the scene and guide tactile exploration.