Farther buildings are blurry due to smog. The colors are gritty and muddy, the only vibrant color is the brick red of the warehouse in the center. Because of these color choices, it is reasonable to assume that Lowry wants the audience to feel unnerved, as foggy air is commonly classified as a gloomy symbol. The lack of brightness in the painting creates an even darker image. It's about what Lowry felt while witnessing this tragedy. Confused, depressed and a little angry at the situation in front of him, characterized by the red building. The entire piece depicts a sad situation made even more miserable by the