Secret Life of Colour Part 3

14/10/2025 10 min

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Episode Synopsis

This conversation explores the transformative impact of new pigments on the art world, highlighting how they liberated artists from concerns of scarcity and toxicity, allowing for a focus on emotional expression. The discussion emphasizes the evolution of color from a mere representation to a profound language of emotion, showcasing the historical significance of color in art.TakeawaysWith these new pigments came something revolutionary, freedom.For the first time in history, artists didn't have to worry about scarcity, toxicity or fading.Color became a language of emotion, not just representation.We've come a long way from grinding gemstones and mixing poisons.Now color is about expression, about you.Every time you open your pastel box, you're holding history.Centuries of curiosity, invention and beauty are encapsulated in color.Rothko's reds and Picasso's blues exemplify emotional color use.Art is now focused on feeling, not fear.The evolution of color has changed the way we perceive art.Join my Art Retreat Waitlist right here