Color's an indisputably important part of life. Most of us start using color as a way to influence the world from the moment we wake up. When we pick various articles of clothing it's usually in an attempt to make an emotional statement with their aesthetics. Likewise we accessorize with jewelry, … [Read more...]
Colorful Learning
It truly is a wonderful, colorful world we live in. I often ask myself what the world would be like without color and the thought just makes me sad. However, it does make me appreciate colors even more and that gives me a lot of ideas for new things to write about.
What Is the Safest Color for a Car and Which One Has the Most Accidents?
Imagine this scenario. You get a brand new car, the color you've always wanted. You finally get the opportunity to take your new car out on the road for the first time. Unfortunately, a driver coming from the opposite direction doesn't see you in time and hits your new car. This is something of a … [Read more...]
What Are Universal Colors and Do They Really Suit Everyone?
By definition, universal colors are colors that can be worn equally well by anyone. However, that may not necessarily hold water for every individual. Despite the definition of universal colors, it only stands to reason that some colors look better on certain individuals than others. This is … [Read more...]
The History and Origin of Colors: Where Did Each Color Come From?
Color occupies a unique place in the average person's worldview. On one hand, color is intrinsically subjective. We all experience different emotions when we look at various colors. But on the other hand, color is inherently tied to physics and mathematics. Every color occupies a specific numerical … [Read more...]
Can Rats and Mice See Color or Do They Have Limited Vision?
The average person doesn't have the best view of rodents. However, mice and rats have been an invaluable asset to humanity. Rodents are a long time favorite for intelligence, memory and behavioral testing in laboratory settings. When we want to know how humans will react to something, we typically … [Read more...]
Beyond the Sun: Does the Color of Light Affect Plant Growth?
We all know that plants need light to thrive. In fact, light is the energy source for plant life on Earth. You may also know that plants rely on light to be nourished through a self-sustaining process called photosynthesis. Additionally, the chlorophyll in plants relies on visible light to convert … [Read more...]
7 Fascinatingly Fun Facts About Color
Color is one of the most important parts of life. In fact, color is so ever present that we often forget to really appreciate it. We might notice a favorite color or two. But we're far too likely to fall into a trap where we forget that color is an amazing subject in and of itself. The following … [Read more...]
7 Types of Electromagnetic Waves That Improve Your Life in Unseen Ways
Take a moment to look around yourself. Now consider exactly what you're surrounded by. Most people will come up with a list of various colorful items in their vicinity. Others might also note feeling the warmth of the sun beating down on them. Yet others may glance at the streaming media on their … [Read more...]
The Rarest and Most Expensive Colors in the World Throughout History
We often talk about emotionally moving experiences as being priceless. After all, how much of a price tag can someone put on a moment which inspires them for the rest of their life? Art of all kinds has been particularly effective as a means of bringing about these moments of inspiration. This … [Read more...]
The Historical Link Between Striking Colors and Deadly Influences
Discussions about colors usually revolve around the joy which they bring into our lives. We might discuss which color to paint a room. Or we might talk about how various colors bring out the emotional context in a particular work of art. And of course the myriad colors continually on display in the … [Read more...]
