More Color Please

In a world of minimalism and modern crisp white sometimes we need a break to look at a few colors used in art that we dream about incorporating into our own graphic designs, crafts, and paintings. Take a break and look at a few inspiring masterpieces and the colors that sparked our interest today:

The crisp and grounding hue of a shaded green in these green fruits.

The warmth of a summer afternoon or evening that is reflected in this palette found in Ripening Pears (c. 1884-1885); by Joseph Decker (American, 1853-1924)

A palette from Bowl of Cherries (1893), by Joseph Decker (American, 1853-1924) creates a sophisticated and warm tanginess.

These colors found today radiate warmth and convey a subtle sense of sophistication in every painting. The natural tones gently harmonize, allowing each piece to feel particularly welcoming and instantly inviting to the onlooker. Balanced with carefully varied lights and darks, they add the needed contrast and nuance to hold your attention and keep you intrigued. For every dark color there is a coordinating light color that creates balance. Just like in real life, we see all shades and harmonies of lights and darks.