Anywhere you go in the United States on Memorial Day or Independence Day, and even on Veteran’s Day, you’ll see the bright, cheerful combination of red, white, and blue adorning homes, businesses, and even clothing. It’s the way that Americans all across the country show their patriotism and pride in this great country. Many people […]
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During the holiday season, the colors blue and white or silver are a common sight, and most people recognize these colors as a symbol of Hanukkah. Many people, however, may not know why these colors are used to symbolize the holiday or what they represent to those of the Jewish faith. Why Blue and White
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The Advent season is an important part of the Christmas holidays for many Christians around the world. It is a time to prepare for the actual Christmas celebration, and it is filled with its own unique traditions. This includes the Advent wreath and its color palette of purple, pink, and white candles. These colors were
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Accent colors are used to bring personality and cheer to an otherwise dull color scheme. They can be bold or vivid because they are used so sparingly, but their main job is to highlight the dominant color. This means that they can be in contrast to the dominant color or complement it. Both will work
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Saying that the Earth is important would be an understatement. It’s not just the planet we call home. The Earth is also the only place in the entirety of known space which harbors life. We have an abundance of some of the rarest treasures in the universe. Earth is the only planet we know of
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Father’s Day is a wonderful time set aside to honor our dads, and much of the planning includes a color palette that is particularly suited to the occasion. Whether you are looking for that perfect gift, wish to send flowers, or want to decorate for a party, a well-planned choice of colors can elevate the
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While many of us picture joyous pastels, neon-dipped eggs, and cotton-white tails on stuffed rabbits when we think of Easter, the colors used when celebrating this holiday are deeply symbolic and spiritual. A time for renewal and rebirth, spring awakens the natural colors of the earth by calling forth the unfolding of daffodils, lilies, and
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Graphic design has always been a cutting edge industry. That said, there is as much psychology involved in the subject matter as there is technology. It’s all about creating something that is capable of catching the attention of passersby. This has always been important but in today’s world, it becomes even more so. As more
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One day per year does not even touch upon the amount of time that should be contributed to acknowledging our mothers. After all, moms give us their hearts and souls 365 days of the year. It’s much like this: mommas add color to our world, from the time we have little pink toes and sweet
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The changing seasons typically bring in a lot of wonderful things. This is especially true as spring and summer roll in. Most of us are excited to see the gray of winter transition into the brilliant colors of spring. However, a lone sentry stands guard as we prepare to leave winter behind. The end of
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