"Memory in Major" by Pictures by Annick

About ""Memory in Major""

by Pictures by Annick

About the artwork

This vertical colour photograph shows an intimate moment when a person plays the piano. The focus is on the hands moving gracefully over the keys, with the left hand on the lower notes and the right hand at the top. The pianist is wearing a burgundy, long jumper or dress, the fabric of which is visible on the forearm and lap. The hands are adult, of a woman, and show slight tension and concentration in their posture. The scene is warm and attractively lit, with a light brown glow that gives the picture an almost nostalgic, cinematic feel.

In the background, we see the sheet music standing above the keys on the piano desk. Although the text is not fully legible, it is clear that it is classical notation. The name "La Campanella" is partly visible, indicating a technically challenging piece of music from the classical repertoire. The piano itself is a glossy black grand piano or buffet piano, whose reflection subtly reflects the hands on the top surface. The keys are well exposed: the white keys show slight ageing, while the black keys contrast deeply against the ivory wood.

The dominant colours in the image are:

#5E1F25 (burgundy dress)

#000000 (black keys and piano lacquer)

#F2F2 (white keys)

#D8C7A6 (light brown/ivory undertone)

#FFD580 (warm light shade)

The mood is calm, intense and focused - like a moment of complete surrender to music. The photo is technically sharp with a soft blur in the background and a warm colour balance, enhancing the emotional depth of the moment. The image captures the intimacy between man and instrument in a hushed, almost poetic way.