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The colors

Explore the symbolism of colors across history, cultures and disciplines. From alchemy to psychology, each color reveals a universe rich in meaning, emotion and mystery.

"Nuances tribal", contemporary abstract painting in acrylic on canvas by Jonathan Pradillon.

The Color Grey: Between Neutrality, Wisdom and Mystery

Grey is a frequently underestimated color, often seen as dull or lifeless. Technically, it is a shade between white and black—what is...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Oct 32 min read

Abstract painting with gradated golden highlights evoking richness, warmth and light. A visual representation of the deep symbolism of the color gold.

The Color Gold: Symbolism, Power, and Timeless Brilliance

Radiant, precious, and spiritual, the color gold instantly evokes light, wealth, and excellence. Much more than a metallic effect or a...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Sep 232 min read

Abstract work in coppery orange and golden tones, representing concentric circles in relief, symbolizing the warmth, vital energy and inner radiance of the color orange.

The Color Orange: Energy, Warmth, and Multifaceted Symbolism

Vibrant and dynamic, the color orange catches the eye, awakens the senses, and stimulates the mind. Often perceived as joyful and sunny,...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Sep 103 min read

An abstract work dominated by fuchsia pink and black, with curving motifs punctuated by yellow and white dots, evoking movement, energy and feminine symbolism.

The Color Pink: Softness, Ambiguity, and Symbolic Power

Often seen as light or naive, the color pink actually hides a surprising symbolic richness. Alternately associated with tenderness, love,...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Sep 73 min read

Image depicting different shades of brown illustrating the symbolism of earth, wood, bark and autumnal nature, related to stability, anchoring and simplicity.

The Color Brown: Symbolism, Perception, and Natural Depth

Often discreet and sometimes underestimated, the color brown remains omnipresent in our daily lives. It evokes the earth, roots, the...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Aug 293 min read

Contemporary painting to accompany the article on the color violet

The Color Purple: Meaning, Symbolic Power, and Mysteries

Rare and captivating, the color purple is a chromatic enigma. A fusion of the energy of red and the serenity of blue, it embodies both...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Jun 303 min read

The Color Yellow: Meaning and Symbolism

Yellow like the midday sun, like gleaming gold or a ripe wheat field. Yellow is the ultimate color of light, representing optimism,...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

May 205 min read

The Color Red: Meaning and Symbolism

Red like blood, fire, passion, war, and revolt. Red is a color that never leaves anyone indifferent. It is one of the first hues used by...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Apr 44 min read

The Color Green, Meanings and Symbolism

Green is everywhere. It covers forests, colors fields, soothes our eyes, and often symbolizes life. Yet this soft and radiant color...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Mar 243 min read

Blue: Meaning and Symbolism Across Different Fields

The color blue is omnipresent in our daily lives. It evokes the sky, the sea, serenity, but also cold and infinity. Throughout history...

The colors

jonathan-pradillon

Feb 133 min read

The colors

The Color Grey: Between Neutrality, Wisdom and Mystery

The Color Gold: Symbolism, Power, and Timeless Brilliance

The Color Orange: Energy, Warmth, and Multifaceted Symbolism

The Color Pink: Softness, Ambiguity, and Symbolic Power

The Color Brown: Symbolism, Perception, and Natural Depth

The Color Purple: Meaning, Symbolic Power, and Mysteries

The Color Yellow: Meaning and Symbolism

The Color Red: Meaning and Symbolism

The Color Green, Meanings and Symbolism

Blue: Meaning and Symbolism Across Different Fields

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