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Have you ever wondered what the color redsoundslike?
What is synesthesia?
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Some scientists believe that synesthesia results from crossed-wiring in the brain.
Van Gogh also took up piano in 1885, but struggled to grasp the instrument.
He declared that the experience of playing was overwhelming because each note evoked a different color.
“Starry Night” by Vincentvan Gogh. (Photo:WikimediaCommonsPublic Domain)
Unfortunately for Van Gogh, the teacher took this as a sign of insanity and forced him to leave.
Wassily Kandinsky
The Lyrical by Wassily Kandinski.
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For Russian artist Wassily Kandinsky, music and color were inextricably linked.
“The Lyrical” by Wassily Kandinski. (Photo:WikimediaCommonsPublic Domain)
Hervivid oil paintingsare inspired by certain songs, showcasing how she sees musical notes as different textures and hues.
I experience the wrong sensation to certain stimuli, says McCracken.
The artist enjoys the many creative experiences of synesthesia, especially when it comes to music.
The most wonderful brain malfunction of all is seeing the music I hear, she say.
Jack Coulter
Northern Irish artistJack Coulterhas a rare gift: he can see sounds.
At first glance, Mullens artwork looks like rows of colorful plexiglass.
However, each piece is actually painted by hand, rendered in bright, rainbow hues.
Each piece is a close-to-perfect visualization of Engelman experiencing various times.
For example, the 1950s-80s are visualized in vibrant pink, orange, blue and green.
