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Colorful abstract swirling patterns in purple, pink, and blue.

More science-geek-art: amazing photographs by Alan Jaras.

Apparently the images have not been altered in any way (computer generated or color treated) and are true reproductions of light refraction patterns captured on film.

From Neu Black:

"A majority of the works are analogue images of the refraction patterns from a beam of light passing through a transparent object (textured glass). The image is captured directly on to 35mm film, no camera lens is used (a photogram using film instead of photographic paper), the transparent object replaces the lens. Jaras introduces color by placing specially prepared colored filters directly in the light beam."

Abstract colorful light patterns on a dark background.

Abstract colorful light streaks on a dark background.

Abstract colorful pattern with flowing shapes and light effects.

A vibrant abstract representation of a jellyfish-like form illuminated with blue and pink colors against a black background.

Abstract green and white energy patterns on a dark background.

Abstract light patterns with vibrant colors on a dark background.

Colorful abstract digital art with swirling patterns and light effects.

Colorful abstract wave of light on a dark background.

Colorful abstract design with swirling patterns in pink and purple hues.

$Abstract fractal art on a dark background.$

Abstract blue light trails on a dark background.

Previously, Scan Your Face.

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