martinekenblog: Millefiori Ferrofluid mixed with water colors The shapes, you see in these image are about the size of a thumbnail. They are created by mixing ferrofluid with water color and putting it into a magnetic field. Ferrofluid is a magnetic solution with a viscosity similar to motor oil. When put under a magnetic field, the iron particles in the solution start to rearrange, forming the black channels and separating the water colors from the ferrofluid. The result are these peculiar looking structures. On itsnicethat.com, you can find out more about the project Artist: Fabian Oefner Mother nature

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