Color Quotes Graphics”My favorite color to glaze with is yellow. It always glows just like stained glass lit up by the sun.” ~ Jane Jones, Contemporary Watercolorist“Who told you that one paints with colors? One makes use of colors, but one paints with emotions.” ~ Jean-Baptiste-Simeon Chardin, French Rococo Era Painter“Of all the hues, reds […]
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Read Time: 4 min Vibrant orange is the color that jumps to mind when we think of the portly pumpkin that symbolizes all things autumn. Today, bright orange is only one of the many colors of pumpkins. There are varieties in shades from deep, robust scarlet to a light blue and ghostly white.
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Quotes About ColorWe’ve forever been enchanted and moved by the power of color, and artists, writers, musicians, scientists, and philosophers have left behind thought-provoking perspectives on color. In my lifelong love affair with color, quotes have inspired, challenged, and delighted me. I hope you enjoy these quotes about color as much as I do.The Ultimate […]
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Color Terminology GlossaryIntroduction to the color terminology glossary filled with definitions to a wide range of words related to color. Click on the letter below to go directly to that point in the Color Terminology Glossary ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ AAchromatic: free of color, without color, colorless. Achromatic is used to describe the absence of any hue. Examples […]
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Color Around the WorldNaturally occurring or crafted by human hands, let’s take a moment to appreciate the glory of all of the colorful places around the world and the hues that surround us everyday. It inspires. It soothes. It excites. No matter the context, color infuses every aspect of our lives!Colorful Place Around the WorldMother […]
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Read Time: 8 min Every culture has idioms — a phrase that has become commonly recognized for their figurative rather than literal meaning — that can quickly convey meaning with just a few words.
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Colors for BusinessEvery decision a business makes – whether it’s for a logo, website, advertising, product, descriptions and package – must factor in color, the effects that color has on their audience and color trends as well. The first rule of marketing is to know your audience. Okay, it’s the second and third rule as […]
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Read Time: 9 min Color Meaning of White Explained; symbolism, psychology, word associations, intrigue facts about white and how to use the purist of colors effectively.
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Read Time: 6 min Color Wheel and Color RelationshipsWhether you want to learn to mix paint or put together harmonious color schemes, you must understand color relationships. An excellent way to see color relationships is to look at the color wheel.The placement of the colors around the wheel is not random. The spectral order (like the rainbow) of colors […]
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Color Explained ™TMColor theory is about so much more than the color wheel. To truly understand how to use color, you must begin by understanding individual colors. Then you will be able to create harmonious color schemes easily. When it comes to using colors, you don’t need to know anything about color theory to produce […]
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Read Time: 5 min Creating Color HarmonyPutting together harmonious color combinations begins with understanding how we see colors and the relationships of each hue to one another. A good way to see color relationships is to look at the color wheel.The placement of the colors around the wheel are not random. They are arranged in spectral order (like the […]
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Read Time: 9 min Flowers, especially roses, convey our many emotions for each other. Be it “I love you” or “I’m sorry,” sending roses is the perfect way to lift someone and send a message you may be reluctant to say. How simple and wonderful it is to say, “Thanks so much!” by simply picking up the phone and […]
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Read Time: 5 min We think of color as transcendent – a language of sorts that signifies independent of cultural differences, time period, or aesthetic movement. Color is a powerful tool that permits designers to influence mood, compose spaces, and even make profound statements. We accept these truths about color, but we don’t often take the time to examine […]
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Read Time: 3 min Good luck charms have been a part of religion and culture for centuries, often becoming fashion statements or fads. Brazilian wish bracelets, known as Bahia Bands, have a rich history spanning over 200 years and have recently become more popular worldwide. Each band’s color conveys a message or desire to bring the wearer good luck.Continue […]
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Read Time: 3 min Do you have a list of goals you would like to achieve? If so, I’m here to support you with colors to help you stay motivated. Colors can positively affect your level of motivation and that can keep you moving towards your goals. Here are my quick tips for choosing colors that can help you […]
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Read Time: 4 min Resplendent in the hues of its noble past, the historic pink city of Jaipur stands out as a spectacular destination.
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Read Time: 2 min 2017 Chinese New Year is arriving on January 28, 2017, and originally I was going to share the colors associated with Chinese new year and their meanings. Instead, in light of what has been going on here in the U.S. in the past week, I thought you would enjoy hearing about the predictions for the […]
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Read Time: 6 min The Color of the Year 2017 buzz begins mid-summer 2016 and builds until early December when it reaches a color frenzy in the media and social-sphere.One by one, companies reveal their Color of the Year to the press and post and boast about it on their websites. PPG and AkzoNobel are usually first followed by […]
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Read Time: 3 min As if a million stars floated down, sparkling sunlight dances across crystal clear blue water. The sunlight mesmerize. The blue waters beckon and invite you it step in. Ahh, the pleasure of a seaside getaway in any one of the sought after destinations around the world. Is it any wonder that so many people choose […]
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Read Time: 4 min Is it just me or are you at a point in life where you enjoy snow more from the inside looking out than being out in it? I think the many years I spent in Upstate New York and New England digging out my driveway and being caught ‘under dressed’ in the interest of fashion […]
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