Aurora 2000

Sigmar Polke’s *Aurora* is a print of undetermined date showing the artist’s interest in blurring the distinction between high and low art. The colour palette is muted and dreamlike, like an aged photograph. There's something so interesting about the way Polke uses the layering of colour. The textures become almost ethereal and ghostly, creating a sense of depth that you wouldn't expect from a print. The application feels intuitive, led by chance, encouraging you to embrace the unexpected. The thin red outline of the figure creates this contrast between the foreground and background. It’s like he's inviting you to get lost in the process, to see where it takes you. I think there's an element of playfulness and experimentation in his work, especially the paw prints! You see this same approach in the work of other artists like Gerhard Richter. But with Polke, there's always this sense of humour and irony that makes his work so unique. Ultimately, it's a reminder that art doesn't always have to be serious or profound. Sometimes, it's okay to just have fun and see where the process takes you.