Integral ColorViews Blog
Welcome!
For your pleasure, we apply our Integral ColorViews to the various blog topics of
Art, Color + Design,
and all that is related to those exciting subjects!
These are the topics I look forward to exploring with you.
I’ll welcome your comments, and even your suggestions for future posts.
Why Did I Call This Blog Integral ColorViews?
My philosophy is that color is Integral to every facet of our lives. As a ‘blog’ typically represents a viewpoint, the title with topics of Art, Color + Design seemed obvious.
Color—as a subject for discussion and also as an experience—is fun, exhilarating, fanciful, and practical. And…it’s always interesting.
But, color use has serious aspects. As an artist and colorist, I also look forward to sharing a wide range of tips, books, and color-and-design related subjects with you. I’m also personally inviting you to share your own color inspirations! Remember, it’s not limited—you can include your suggestions for topics of Art, Color + Design also.
Some of the subjects I’ll be writing about are tips for color in your home, the experience of creating art, and color trends. Have you ever thought about what goes into the color decisions we make? That’s another fascinating topic. Also, I love to feature profiles of other artists and artisans. In addition, we’ll explore Tips for selecting colors “DIY” color tips, color in commercial interiors, exterior color…and much more.
Want to Find Out More About Fine Art and Related Subjects?
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Supportive Color Design in Architecture and Interiors is the Focus
Now, read the posts below. Feel free to comment and share.
Deep, Dark, and Delicious Colors for Your Home
Let’s explore some reasons pros and cons of using deeper interior colors.
Use Bright Colors in a World of “Neutrals”
Why use brighter colors in the world of neutrals? Barbara Jacobs offers a few ideas to inspire!
Historic Building Lobby – working with a group
Working with a group always presents stimulating challenges that are actually rewarding. The interior lobby of this historic Boston building was no exception. The story is here.
A quick example of color changes
Shown ABOVE: another new color concept! Enjoy the views of these two more color concepts for a California home in the hills. When you want to paint your home, it's great to be able to see what it will actually look like before you buy any paint at all! This feature,...
Put the “Fun” back into “Functional Color!”
What I call "Supportive color design"—meaning, using color to really help create the desired results—does not have to be boring. In fact, part of the "function" in the functional-color-focus of supportive color design will vary depending on the location and...
If Your Walls Could Talk, it’s a Powerful Message
Ideas about color abound, and new ones come up all the time. If your walls could talk, they would tell an interesting and maybe even surprising story! But who are you? The powerful message includes minimalist, brave, shy, bold, extravagant, frugal, cautious, athletic,...
Glorious Gray…Better Think Before Painting!
According to a Zillow survey: “…dark gray may attract more prospective buyers — and higher offers — when you’re getting ready to sell.”
True, there seems to be a big flutter about the color called “Gray” for interiors. But actually, as with many “trendy sound/news bytes” about color, it’s not as simplistic as it’s made to be. It’s more than one color, that’s for sure. And, what if you’re not selling? Creating and updating your nest at home will be the focus and goal.
So you Want to Paint Your Home? First Step – Get Inspired–then test your colors!
“Best practices” tips for testing paint colors for your best results. Including, UPDATED new ways to get color samples!
Take Your Time -Test Your Exterior Color for Curb Appeal.
The post offers tips on making high quality color test samples to aid in making informed paint color choices. These include using large print color sheets, understanding that colors look different in varying light and on different surfaces, testing the paint on a moveable surface, proportioning colored surfaces accurately, and labeling sample cards among others. The author emphasizes the need for careful, thorough testing to minimize confusion and make color choices easier.
What’s in the Privilege of Color Consulting?
It’s about being helpful. Helping you out of a dilemma that causes stress. Helping keep things simple and avoid confusion to get the best colors for your home and workplace.
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508 . 472 . 8105
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