Ethereum

P1AY640UND

Collection

Living Frames

Description

I've discovered a playful technique in infrared photography. The ability to alter the colors and contrast of a scene naturally, while on location, is captivating. The surrounding landscape transformed into a canvas of possibility, a veritable playground. Blue, orange, red, cyan, yellow, ... an entire spectrum of tones became available to me, leaving the interpretation of the scene in my hands. "PLAYGROUND" embodies this very process of color selection. From the blue tones to a muted orange, you have the power to adjust the landscape's colors and make it yours. This interactive piece blurs the lines between artist and viewer. Here's a glimpse into the process: the image you see is a horizontal panorama, stitched together from five vertical shots. The 590nm filter provided a vibrant color base. Initially, the sky appeared orange, while the organic elements such as trees and grass took on a blue tone. A common initial step in editing infrared images is to swap the blue and red channels, thus reversing the blue and orange tones. It was this specific step that allowed me to craft an image with interchangeable orange and blue elements. Then, I assembled a puzzle with the five segments I wanted to toggle. A bit of coding later, and the project came to life! I hope "PLAYGROUND" brings you as much joy as I find in the art of infrared photography!

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Artist

Jonas Hangarter

License

Extended Editorial License

Edition

1/1