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13th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Altered Images
The Color of Music

This was a long exposure photograph focusing on the "painting with light" technique. I wanted to portray the feelings and colors of music. I was also interested in photographically creating the concept of Synesthesia - a rare case in which a person connects sounds with a certain color. The tones of the guitar sound soothing, which is why I used warm colors such as oranges, yellows, and pinks to convey my idea.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2015
Date Uploaded: 07.2015
Photo Location: SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, United States of America
Camera: NIKON D3200
Copyright: © Shea Lenniger