About

Laura Sobrado graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design in 2010 with a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design. She is a professional artist and designer based in Washington, D.C.

She works under the name “snstza,” pronounced “synesthesia,” a term that describes the phenomenon of experiencing one sense through another. For Laura, this translates to perceiving music through visual art, transforming sound into abstract paintings through her unique data-driven creative process.

Her mission is to collaborate with clients to create paintings that capture the emotional essence of the songs they select. Since music is a powerful vessel for raw emotion, her work is centered on healing and providing visual validation of her clients' feelings through artwork inspired by the music they love.

Discover "Shape of a Sound," a Documentary About My Painting Process

A Film by Sean McCoy, Produced by Emily Stinson

Painting is more than just putting brush to canvas—it's a journey of expression, discovery, and storytelling. This short film, a work of art crafted by cinematographer Sean McCoy and produced by Emily Stinson, offers an intimate look into my creative process, from inspiration to the final stroke. Through Sean’s lens and Emily’s vision, I invite you to step into my world and witness the evolution of each piece as it comes to life.