Fluorescent Rocks Painting by Alain   

This painting was created by Alain using UV-reactive acrylic paint to depict fluorescent rocks. The canvas features three holes—one for each of his children and one for himself. These holes symbolize their expedition into the desert in search of the most stunning UV-reactive specimens.

The team had set up a tent, transforming it into a darkroom in the middle of the desert, near the mine. At first, Alain didn’t understand why—after all, they were there to hunt for rocks, not to camp! But stepping inside, he quickly realized how crucial it was for properly inspecting their finds under UV light.

He remembers Dante proudly bringing in a massive rock… only for it to reveal almost nothing under UV light!

The holes in Alain’s canvas hold the finest pieces from their collection. When a rock—already striking under UV light—is removed, a UV flashlight can be shone into the hole, revealing a hidden exhibition of rocks stored in a box behind the painting.

To ensure visibility even during the day, Alain installed the artwork in the darkest room of his house, between the kitchen and the garage. The advantage? It remains dark even in daylight. Plus, it’s not a space he spends much time in… which is probably for the best, considering these stones contain a small amount of uranium and are slightly radioactive!  ☢️