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COMP OSI T I O N 47
EMOTION
AND COLOR
Color can have a strong emotional
effect, both positive and negative.
Warm colors, such as reds and
yellows, help to evoke feelings such
as happiness and friendliness. Less
positively, red also conveys danger
4,500K 5,500K 6,500K and aggression. Cooler colors,
particularly blue, are associated
TRY OTHER KELVIN VALUES with emotions such as sadness and
Take a few shots using a range of different Kelvin values. depression but also with serenity,
This will give you the chance to decide which setting works best. calmness, and trustworthiness.
THE RESULT
CAMERA SETTINGS
The soft, slightly peachy tones of the photo suit the cheerful expression ISO
of the subject. The warmth of the White Balance setting ties in perfectly P f/4 1/125 250 K
with the subject’s mood. SEC
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