Color Symbolism

Heraldry colors and coat of arms symbols are once again a popular hobby for those individuals interested in researching their own genealogies and possible family crests. People may also want to find their family's specific and unique coat of arms and its hidden meanings that may have gotten lost … [Read more...]

When the fall season arrives, orange pumpkins tend to be on store shelves and growing in patches everywhere. Although orange is the most popular, there are several other pumpkin colors to discover. Some of the colored pumpkins that you see are artificial, but that doesn't take away from the meaning … [Read more...]

Individuals all over the world use hard hats for numerous different reasons. The first scale for hard hats is believed to date back to the 1930s in the United States. Hard hats were first used in California during the construction of the Hoover Dam and the Golden Gate bridge. They are necessary due … [Read more...]

Flags have played important roles throughout history, from signifying a country's victory in battle to staking a claim to land, such as that on the continent of Antarctic. They are flown above government buildings, universities, stadiums, businesses, and even individual homes. But have you ever … [Read more...]

Ever notice a feather show up in your life and wonder what it could mean? Maybe you were going through a hard time and for some reason, that feather seemed to breathe new life into you, though you did not understand why. Perhaps you have always wondered why native people wear feathers, paint … [Read more...]

I have created a substantial amount of illustrations/texts that cover every color meaning in detail. This color symbolism chart provides an overview of my complete collection. You can click the text below each image to enlarge the illustration and read an in-depth analysis of the meaning and … [Read more...]

Star Wars has been a part of popular culture since "A New Hope" hit theaters in 1977 and in all of that time, the lightsaber would arguably be the most iconic physical item of the franchise. Notably, the blade of a lightsaber is not something that comes from some store, every force user must undergo … [Read more...]

Colors and the Psyche: Friend or Foe? The riveting world of color psychology has been explored, dissected, and expertly analyzed. It’s for this reason why we can confidently say that colors undoubtedly impact our minds, moods, and spirit. Color is a potent communication tool, and we’d all benefit … [Read more...]

Color-coded chopping boards are being increasingly used in professional kitchens where different varieties of foods are handled on a large scale. Chopping boards made with wood or high-quality, food-grade plastic, are often manufactured in different colors, each having special meanings or symbolism. … [Read more...]

Discovered in Africa Many people know that turquoise is December's birthstone, but there are actually three of them. Another one is tanzanite, and unlike most other gems, tanzanite isn’t an ancient stone. It was discovered in 1967, so it doesn’t have much history. Manuel D’Souza, a prospector … [Read more...]