“Cosmos is a third in my Aurora series and alludes not only to the aurora borealis' curtain of light, but also to the formation of a spiral galaxy and its whirlpool-like structure. The rod lengths reference musical scales and arpeggios. The ¼” aluminum plate has been drilled to allow the rods limited movement. The plexiglas rods, which range in length from 1 1/2’ to 5', are sealed with acrylic beads on both ends and serve as an extra catch light when illuminated. The entire piece is supported from below with powder-coated steel rods. I studied images of spiral galaxies, including a petroglyph that suggested this idea. I sketched out my designs as I watched videos of the aurora borealis and after viewing different images of galaxies.”