COLOR T H E O R Y
TOMAS SUAREZ SUMMER 2015 PROF. DARCI PAPPANO
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
MODULE 1
‘Who Are You?’
MODULE 2
Color & Research
MODULE 3
Color & Theory CH. 1 Quiz
MODULE 4
Color & Designers Architecture Analysis
MODULE 5
Color & Psychology & Perception
Film Analysis MODULE 6
Color & Balance CH. 3 Quiz
MODUEL 7
Color & Rhythm CH. 4 Quiz
MODULE 8
Color & Emphasis Retail Analysis
MODULE 9
Color & Proportion & Scale Color & Unity & Harmony CH. 6 & 7 Quiz
MODULE 10
Color & Variety
Hospitality Analysis MODULE 11
Color & Culture Culture Analysis
MODULET 12
Color in a Book Flip Book Word Press
M.1 ’WHO ARE YOU’ Architecture Major currently in my last year with the assumption that I am a Senior. Other degrees are in Architecture also. I am affiliated with the FAA as an Air traffic Controller and Pilot as well as the US Army. I am employed as a contractor for the military as a project manager. My interests are family, fishing, diving and any extreme sports. I expect to improve my understanding of colors and their use as well influence on architecture and emotions/ feelings when used. In five years I expect to have my own practice and be independent. My favorite web sites are http://www.luxigon.com/gallery/ and http://www.architecture.com/Explore/Home.aspx
COLOR AND RESEARCH M.2 It Ain’t Just Black and White “It Ain’t Just (Black and) White” After briefly perusing all of the articles, the article that drew my curiosity the most was the, “It Ain’t Just (Black and) White” by author Aaron Betsky. In this article he focuses on three main topics: white, black, and color as used in architecture. In this writing Betsky begins by describing the colors of nature and the picturesque view he sees from the back patio of his home. In this he mentions that the colors would be too much to catalogue. I can relate to this as I have worked with interior designers that are richly saturated in the knowledge and understanding of colors and their use where they can sort through a single palette of a color to select the supposedly perfect one out of 40 shades, in this humans have been able to sort a small variety of colors. This is where I fall short and would consider myself color blind in the field. I am awed at both their abilities to understand colors as well as the ability of nature to do the same with its hues and tones to create the endless array of greens that Betsky writes about. I would offer this, have you ever sat and studied a natural landscape? Looking closely, you can see the multitude of green shades to include the miraculous and most awe inspiring to me, the creation of even the white greens or silver leaf trees that help create the beautiful and natural contrast. This in itself is incredible as it appears to be both white r green depending on what it is placed against. Betsky then goes on to write about each of the nuances that are associated with the white, black, colors and even touches on the subject of glass. I am bewildered with this, as my understanding of colors until my studies here in the architecture department has always been limited to the scientific aspects and emotional psychological affects that colors have on humans. In the writings Betsky makes some very good references to the neutrality and purity of white as well as the heaviness or evil related aspects of black. I agree wholeheartedly with Betsky and I myself have always favored the colorless architecture for its purity and flawless appearance whether black or white. It is the colors that I would have to say bring me to my weakness as he also mentions shades of gray. To me I would consider all of the visible colors to be a tone of black or white. This being that white is reflectance of every bit of light and black the reflectance of no light thus everything in between must be some measured amount of reflectance of light and the shades of gray just being the reflectance that most closely resembles the black or white. Color and architecture, Betsky mentions that many well renowned architects have used colors to either make their structures stand out, blend in, suppress technology etc…. But I think that that is what color is all about in architecture. As I mentioned earlier my knowledge of color is limited in architecture, but when used correctly, it can be your finest ally. You can use color not only as mentioned above by Betsky, but also to set moods, draw people to a place, direct people, and even identify locations or areas within a structure just through the use of color. I feel that we are a long way from understanding everything that colors can do for us, but going back to where Betsky begins this writing, in nature, we can study the colors and its surroundings and begin to create the possible same sensations in our architecture that nature creates for us everywhere where humans have not encroached. We can see this in one simple example in some of the most recent architecture; colors have turned to be well favored by many, which is the use of natural earth tones. For whatever reason these combinations have become popular. Can we venture to say that nature is the comfort for all and we are all inherently drawn to it whether we believe it or not. I guess we will find out more as we transition through this semester and become more versed in the use and understanding in color theory. As for now I think that this writing was extraordinaire and very informative in the use of colors and architecture and I think that I am very much in agreement with all of what Betsky has provided.
M.3_Quiz In this chapter we found out about a method to the madness. Whether we recognize it or not we are surrounded by color that affects our lives every day and effects our emotions as well as our feelings within spaces. Upon recognizing this we can become better designers by recognizing that we have to approach design with color in mind at all times.
M.4 COLOR & DESIGN
Centre Pompidou by Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers
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Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers Renzo Piano
Richard Rogers
Italian Born: 1937, Genoa Italy
Italian Born: 1933, Florence Italy
Graduated from: Politecnico di Milano
Graduated from: Architectural Association School of Architecture, London and Yale School of Architecture (MA)
Practice: Piano & Rogers (when Designed) to Renzo Piano Building Workshop Formative influences: Louis Khan and Z.S. Makowski Most Known for: Museum Commissions Refinement of modern and post modern architecture High tech Architecture
Practice: Piano & Rogers (when Designed) to Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners Formative influences: Louis Khan and Z.S. Makowski Most Known for: Exposing Building Services Refinement of modern and post modern architecture
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Centre Pompidou - Distinction
Pompidou Cultural Centre, in this project the architects intent was to produce a modernist building that encompassed the most modern technology in an effort to meet the needs of a diverse culture and bring them together in one place.
In doing this, it appears that they chose to create a piece of art that would in turn house the museum of art as well as other programs as diverse as a bookshop, library, theatre, terrace, and other varied shops. The key element in this architecture was the development of an exoskeleton for the skin which incorporates all of the functional elements and systems on the exterior instead of the traditionally located interior areas. This freed up the space on the interior for the intended purpose of the structure. SUAREZT
Centre Pompidou – Colors as Elements In the Pompidou , Renzo and Rogers chose to not use color as a psychological element to the public or as a mood builder, but primarily as a means for highlighting and a representation of objects and systems within the structures exterior. This is further supported by the fact that the systems each have distinct colors assigned throughout the structure and the integrity remains whether the colors are used on the interior of the structure or the exterior. The colors that were utilized the most were red, blue, green, yellow, black, white, metal, and clear (glass) in its natural state.
Pompidou Interior
Pompidou Exterior
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Centre Pompidou – Color Characteristic Characteristics of color were also kept to a very basic set where the primary colors that were selected were from the primary band of colors. As noted earlier the colors were from the subtractive primary colors of red, blue, and yellow and the secondary color of green. Additionally, they used white, clear, silver/ or metal, and black which is no color, but then again we can differentiate no color and have also named it as such.
In these characteristics we can see they selected colors are both appealing to the eye and also are very contrasting from one another.
Pompidou Exterior Systems and Colors
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Centre Pompidou – Color Impact As noted earlier the colors were from the subtractive primary colors of red, blue, and yellow and the secondary color of green. Additionally, they used white, clear, silver/ or metal, and black. In the design colors were selected apparently to represent the individual systems where each color has its meaning: Blue is for air (Primarily Ducts and roof top systems) Green is the water system (Pressure piping) Yellow for electrical ducts (Main Chase and line runs) Red is for elevators, communications, and security Gray for corridors White for the building itself (www.viewoncities.com)
The use of these systematic colors helps identify at a glance where each system is located, additionally it provides an easy identification of the volume/ size of each system.
Pompidou Exterior Rooftop Systems
Pompidou Interior Systems in Ceiling
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Centre Pompidou – Color Contrast In these characteristics we can see the selected colors are both appealing to the eye and also are very contrasting from one another resulting in the features being easily identified and emphasized within the structure. The six primary colors are also complimentary with the following compliments: Red and Green Blue and Yellow White and Black Additional study reveals that taking the selections one step further we can find the same in the coloration of Steel and Glass which can be considered both in the following manner: Steel and its strength as opposed to glass being so weakest Steel being totally opaque and the total transparency of glass
Rooftop Restaurant
The combination of these colors and material selections make them both easy to get accustomed to and provide a feeling of comfort within the structure. Furthermore, the colors do not have to be adjacent to one another as the use of the complimentary and primary colors is something that is engrained in society at an early age making these colors easily accepted by almost everyone. SUAREZT
Centre Pompidou – Color Palette Red is for elevators/ vertical movement, communications, and security Blue is for air (Primarily Ducts and roof top systems) Green is the water system (Pressure piping) Yellow for electrical ducts (Main Chase and line runs) Black for structure and details White for the building itself Pompidou Interior use of Colors
Gray for corridors Glass for curtain wall and elements of skin Escalator use of Colors
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Centre Pompidou – Uniqueness of Style In the study the modernist style was noted in the works of Renzo Piano as well at the use of technological style. In the Pompidou we see where Renzo chose to expose the guts of the structure on the exterior both to save space on the interior for the programs as well as creating an artistic element and exposure of the technology on the exterior and exposed surfaces of the structure. In other works Renzo choses to expose much of the structural elements which is similar to Pompidou and using little color in the structure. He has also done a similar approach in the following exposing the structure of the building:
Kansai International Airport
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California Academy of Sciences, CA
New York Times Building, NY
Centre Pompidou – Conclusion In the study of the Pompidou we can see that the colors serve primarily the purpose of depicting structure, systems, and areas. The use of the neutral materials and finishes of the envelope, structure, and interior divisions help to enhance the colored systems highlighting their place within the structure and reinforcing their prominence. In the spaces the oil refinery appearance has been welcomed as a technological and structural approach as an inspiration of Modernist –Technological architecture and is itself, welcomed as a piece of art. Color in this architecture has provided exactly what it was intended to do and in the simplest ways with minimal interference in the structure and with a basic color scheme.
Pompidou Exterior Skeletal Structure
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REFERENCES http://art-now-and-then.blogspot.com/2014/02/the-georges-pompidou-centre-paris.html Background and images
http://www.aviewoncities.com/paris/centrepompidou.htm Competition, background, use, and colors
http://www.dwell.com/interviews/article/extended-interview-renzo-piano Style and background
http://www.greatbuildings.com/buildings/Centre_Pompidou.html Background, drawings, and miscellaneous information
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kansai_International_Airport03s3s4410.jpg#/media /File:Kansai_International_Airport03s3s4410.jpg Image
http://www.mackoo.com/Paris/beaubourg.htm Style uses and images
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:TheNewYorkTimesTower-RenzoPiano1.jpg#/media/File:TheNewYorkTimesTower-RenzoPiano-1.jpg Image
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gianfranco_Franchini https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renzo_Piano https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Rogers Personal info on individuals and schools attended
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M.5 COLOR & ENVIRONMENT
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FILM SYNOPSIS The Hunger Games is a science fiction film written by the American writer Suzanne Collins. In the film the protagonist is the voice of 16-yearold Katniss Everdeen, who lives in the dystopian, post-apocalyptic nation of Panem in North America. The power in the film is the Capitol which is in the highly advanced metropolis where it exercises a powerful executive political and military style control over the rest of the nation that is comprised of twelve districts. The Hunger Games is an annual event where two children, one boy and one girl aged 12–18 (Tributes) from each of the twelve districts surrounding the Capitol are selected by lottery to compete in a televised battle to the death. The key plot of the film can be seen as a continuous struggle between a suppressed people versus the powerful and oppressive capital each having a few key personalities on each of the opposing sides.
COLOR PALETTE
Brown
Grey-Black Crème
White
This brings forth the main point between good and bad to include a few intermediate situations in between. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hunger_Games_(novel)
Color + Environment _ FILM ANALYSIS_M.5
SCENES AT CAPITAL
SCENE ANALYSIS In the following displayed scenes of the capital we can see the various shades of specific colors used to portray the noted symbolism of colors: Red along the main Axis; Intensity of the power of the capital as well as action against opposition Black in the chamber of leadership; Divinity, Power, and Well-being Yellow in the capitals representatives assisting Katniss through her preparation for a battle to the death COLOR symbolizing; Vitality, Happiness, Hope, and Optimism
White in the soldiers; Although a false portrayal, they represent a feeling of Purity, Peace, Tranquility, and Kindness RED Intensity Courage Passion Action
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PALETTE
BLACK
YELLOW
WHITE
Purity Well-being Divinity Warmth
Vitality Happiness Hope Optimism
Purity Peace Tranquility Kindness
SCENE ANALYSIS
SCENES AT DISTRICT 12
In the scenes at the district 12 and the other district locations the primary color schemes allow us to see the various shades of specific colors used to portray the noted symbolism of colors at the districts: White and various close shades in the wardrobes of many of the citizens and district structures symbolizing Purity, Peace, Tranquility, and Kindness Light Blue primarily on Katniss and her mother in another scene symbolizing the Purity, Peace, Tranquility, and Kindness found and resembled through their actions
COLOR PALETTE
Brown and shades of such bring unity to the scenes resembling Natural Earth, Security, and Balance
WHITE
LIGHT BLUE
BROWN
Purity Peace Tranquility Kindness
Purity Peace Tranquility Kindness
Natural Earth Security Balance
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SCENES AT CAPITAL
SCENE ANALYSIS In the beginning of the film we see the dark blue worn by Katniss as she consoles her sister. This symbolizes the key elements that she is instilling in her sister before she is taken away as; Confidence, Calmness, Faith, and Loyalty. These are also displayed by Caesar the television host displaying the same on behalf of the capital and Peeta after winning the Hunger Games. In Black we find it used in two extreme ends of opposition. These being used to represent the wisdom of President Snow of the capital as well as all of the Tributes that will be fighting to their death. The black resembling; Power, Death and Wisdom Once again we see the tone of yellow in both Katniss upon completing the games (above) and her chaperone Effie (left) of the capital with their yellow symbolizing; Vitality, Happiness, Hope, and Optimism
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COLOR PALETTE
DARK BLUE
BLACK
YELLOW
Confidence Calmness Faith Loyalty
Power Death Wisdom
Vitality Happiness Hope Optimism
COLOR (ENCHANCED) SYNOPSIS The Hunger Games takes the color one step further in their color palette.
ENHANCED COLOR PALETTE
We can see that not only did they use standard color hue’s with their associated tints and shades but they incorporated glitter and flakes to help keep the image of sparkle and a futuristic appearance due to the glitter. Furthermore we can see this in the flames and shimmer portrayed in the dresses and scenes that help portray vibrancy, vitality, enthusiasm, and beauty.
Color + Environment _ FILM ANALYSIS_M.5
M.6 COLOR & BALANCE ď‚– Color and balance play an important role in architecture in the adjacent image we can see that the success of the color that is found in a space is extremely supported by the design concept for the space. balance must have the approximate percentages as noted to achieve good proportions and balance.
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DOMINANT COLOR
SECONDARY COLOR
Major Percentage +/70%
Minor Percentage +/- 20%
ACCENT COLOR Major Percentage +/- 10%
M.7 COLOR & RHYTHM Color and rhythm seem to be the most important items in this arena. Color has a delicate balance in the environment in which it is found and has to be administrate carefully to achieve a perfect a balance where one color does not outweigh the others whether in size or strength. Rhythm is also very important as it helps guide the viewer and create a smooth harmony in the to be the color and balance as well as the rhythm.
Color Theory
M.8_COLOR & EMPHASIS
Image from Marketers online images www.Splitsville.com
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CONTRAST of HUES
Retail Site Color Analysis The use of black prevails throughout the interior design. Assuredly, this was used to help accent or pronounce other features and colors. Red is another highly used color and likely for multiple reasons. Red is both comforting making clients want to linger as well as being known for creating hunger in people. Lastly for whatever unknown reason to me, red has always been associated with bowling as it is found on practically every pin and the advertising for such. Red is used on the main walls where you enter, drawing visitors with its pronounced emphasis to the welcome area providing increased visibility on the main purpose and emphasis on the product.
Also, huge contrast in colors depict areas as in the large black seating spaces with the light neutral background. Bright floor tiles capture your eyes from the minute you enter guiding you to where they want you to go.
Color + Emphasis _ RETAIL ANALYSIS_M.8
CONTRAST of VALUE The contrast of light vs. dark allows for your eye to drift towards the back and center of the room. The darker colors recede towards the back emphasizing the program of each space. Additionally the dark color above helps frame the space in the background below the lightly colored cloud. The bright red chairs in the foreground draw toward viewers helping further frame the relaxed eating / meeting space in the background. Professionally shot image from online below helps show the various contrasts and how the space draws your attention to the far rear of the pace.
Image from Marketers online images www.Splitsville.com
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Retail Site Color Analysis
CONTRAST of DESIGN FEATURE
Retail Site Color Analysis The design and color choices seem to be directed by the dramatic black ceiling establishing a negative space therefore sending the eyes back down to the main space where the designer wants you to enjoy the interior space. Additionally, in this side area that is found off of the main entry way, you can see where the designer creates contrast breaking up the rhythm of the aligned floor tiles found in the main entry. This distorts the rhythm and flow from the floor space allowing the eyes to focus more on the environment and the amusement that is going on at eye level. Looking closely, you can see the detailed planning in the design where even the pin stripes align between the lounge advertising pin on the front column with those found on the rear pin column. Color + Emphasis _ RETAIL ANALYSIS_M.8
CONTRAST of TEXTURE
Retail Site Color Analysis
If ever a location had contrast of textures, this is it and they did it well. The designer uses many contrasts, I will list them briefly and their likely intent in the design. Soft grain wood against hard glossy floor outlining the bar providing a softer natural feel in the visitors immediate area. Neutral earth tone wave pattern wall faรงade in the bar background capturing your eye and carrying it across the back from the near side of the bar to the far side.
Astrong rhythmic pattern in floor color can be seen establishing the primary colors used in the design.
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FOCAL POINT
Retail Site Color Analysis FOCAL POINT The placement of the Bowling Pin column in the center of the entry area draws you to the main bowling lanes as well as letting you know exactly what the location is for. The vivid white color of the pin stands out amongst the surrounding array of light and dark colors in the area. Additionally, the brightly colored floor tiles bordered by the neutral colored tiles immediately draws visitors directly to what they want you to see.
Color + Emphasis _ RETAIL ANALYSIS_M.8
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Overall the interior space of Splitsville bowling alley is well designed and has a good variety of colors. I would say that they are almost at the verge of having too many colors in their color palette, but then again this is likely a conscious design decision that was used in order to keep the eyes moving and create a space where commotion and high spirits with little to no relaxation in the mood was intended for the space. The use of black and red as the key colors appear to create a strong negative space with the black while highlighting many of the other colors as in the bright red and the subtle earth tones that all come together in unison creating rhythm and flow.
Color + Emphasis _ RETAIL ANALYSIS_M.8
M.9 COLOR & PROPORTION & SCALE ď‚– Scale is determined by what we know best, our bodies. For centuries man has used the measure from our bodies to understand scale and proportions. Hence we see terms used as in feet. Some of the earliest accounts can be attributed to Vitruvian Man used to show body proportions as drawn by Leonardo da Vinci.
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M.9 COLOR & UNITY & HARMONY Continuing with proportions unity and harmony we see that three perfect or near perfect proportions have been developed beyond our Vitruvius Man. FIBONACCI SEQUENCE; in this a sequence of numbers is based on the addition of the previous two numbers. GOLDEN SECTION; is a ratio between to parts a smaller and the larger being the same ratio as the larger part to the whole .
LE MODULAR; based on the human body proportions taking key points of the body in order to create the system. wharferj.wordpress.com
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M.10 COLOR & variety PROJECT: DESIGNER: LOCATION:
WALDORF ASTRIA ORLANDO Waldorf Astoria Bonnet Creek/ Orlando, FL
VARIETY is a principle of design that is concerned with the combination of one or more color elements that use line, shape, texture, and/or pattern to create diversity and contrast in an interior space.
Image from Marketers online images www.Splitsville.com
http://www.booked.net/hotel/waldorf-astoria-orlando-fl-321914#/locationtab
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HOSPITALITY
Discussion The review of the hotel/ convention center which is also bordered by Hilton on the other side of the convention center was very impressive as well as insightful. Although visited briefly and with only my cell it was very enriching in the evaluation allowing me to see first hand the richness of the colors as well as the blend in textures and use of colors and lines in the design.
Retail Site Color Analysis
Details Elements found in various areas of the site were used in the considerations in this analysis allowing for a diverse study.
Color and line can be appreciated in many areas of the site, yet the most noticeable area outside the main entry lobby which is a great compilation of these four items and needs little introduction is one of the main dining rooms where as you can see the rich color in the wood and blending of the tones on the lattice, header, chair backs and changed chair front that does not match the back is a great composition in the blending of color and line. It even uses the linear layout of the furniture to create secondary lines highlighting the rich carpet color and pattern. Color and texture in this dining area the use of the rich leather chairs blends perfectly well with the textured wood tones showing the grain as well as in the textured carpet pattern.
COLOR AND LINE
COLOR AND TEXTURE
COLOR AND SHAPE
COLOR AND PATTERN
Color and shape is highlighted in the spa area where the light color of the area and smooth and curvilinear lines begin to create a relaxing ambient prior to even entering the spa area. This also provides fluidity and softness to the space. Color and pattern is reflected on the floor lobby at the hotel, in this case it’s glossy black and white marble which also has black marble diamond design. These blend of shapes begin here and develop in other areas as well to include the movement into adjacent areas and then moving into a rhythm along the walls and furniture .
http://www.booked.net/hotel/waldorf-astoria-orlando-fl-321914#/locationtab
Color + Variety _ HOSPITALITY_M.10
M.11 COLOR & environment culture
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Color + Environment _ CULTURAL ANALYSIS_M.11
COLOR AND CULTURE COLOR PALETTE: FLAGS
RED
BLUE
WHITE
GREEN
In this module of color and culture, I chose to do my native Cuba and pondered many other countries; Greece, Italy, Spain, and other Latin based countries. I couldn’t decide due to such interesting cultures, so commenced the study on Cuba. Upon completing that study I changed direction and focused on completing the Dominican Republic due to its perceived similar background. Both and been inhabited by other than natives and had slaves which interracially mixed to create the current cultures.
CUBA - 1902
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - 1844
RED:
ORANGE:
WHITE: BLUE:
BLOD SHED IN THE STRUGGLE FOR INDEPENDENCE, EQUALITY, FRATERNITY AND FREEDOM PURITY OF PATRIOTIC CAUSE, INDEPENCE AND FREEDOM AMONG THE PEOPLE THREE BANDS ONE FOR EACH MILITARY DISTRICT OF COLONIAL CUBA
http://www.worldflags101.com/c/cuba-flag.aspx
WHITE: GREEN:
FIRE AND BLOOD OF HEROES IN THE STRUGGLE FOR INDEPENDENCE SARCRIFICE OF THE PEOPLE AND SALVATION PART OF SHIELD; LAUREL BRANCH AND PALM FROND NATURE MEANING THROUGH SYMBOL
BLUE: http://www.worldflags101.com/d/dominican-republic-flag.aspx
COLOR AND CULTURE CUBA
ARCHITECTURE - HERITAGE - BELIEFS - CRAFTS
COLOR AND CULTURE CUBA
OBJECTS – CUSTOMS - BELIEFS - CRAFTS African roots, nature, animals African roots, nature, animals (Gold, Pirates Wealth) Orange Animals Clean, cool, authority Police uniforms, jewelry Buildings
http://nytimes.com Although Cuba is well known for many negative things here in the USA and the world, it does have many traditions, nuances and colors that help it stand out gracefully. Based on global propaganda.com, the color palette is diverse in the country and makes its culture stand out above many others based on the colors. Beyond the identified uses , the culture stands out prominently against the dull background of aging architecture, abandon, and disrepair of the city and countries infrastructure. The colors help depict the liveliness and vibrant culture within an oppressed people. Through their colors they express themselves and their beliefs as well as their art. Their art has become an expression not only of their inner artistic expression but also a means with which to express themselves in a society in which verbal communications can lead to punishment or even life imprisonment. Their crafts and even staple foods bring vibrancy to the viewers. Much of this culture is typically attested to the African heritage of the culture
http://dreamstime.com
www.cuba24horas.com
Alcohol
Pirates, Death
Although not mentioned, royalty, wealth Blue Water, animals Birds Green Lush vegetation Santeria/ Witchcraft http://globalpropaganda.com/articles/TranslatingColours.pdf
COLOR AND CULTURE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
ARCHITECTURE - HERITAGE - BELIEFS - CRAFTS
https://www.tradebit.com/filedetail.php/9139591v5645875-apostle-statues-on-the-gothic-portal-of
COLOR AND CULTURE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
OBJECTS – CUSTOMS - BELIEFS - CRAFTS African roots, nature, animals Yellow, African roots, nature, animals Gold, Pirates Wealth Orange Animals Clean, cool, authority Police uniforms, jewelry
With Dominican Republic (DR) being a Caribbean Island also, it shares many of the color representations as Cuba. DR also holds many traditions as well, yet through their less restricted form of government the population has been able to better maintain the public infrastructure and the colors have become a living piece in the wholeness of the country. The buildings primarily the residential and non governmental, maintain the beautiful color palette that the culture is known for. The tropical vivid image is vivid in almost all of the populated areas that are not impoverished and yet, the impoverished areas still maintain signs of the rich and vivid colors at a lesser state. Beyond the adjacent identified uses, the culture stands out prominently through their traditional wear hosting a vivid array of colors focusing mainly on the use of yellow representing their African roots. Their art also focuses primarily on their history and tradition using the vivid colors and as with Cuba most of the art being paintings. The greatest difference being in the crafts where the vibrant colors still show in the DR crafts as opposed to the Cuban crafts focusing on local wood products painted with limited colors http://www.10best.com/interests/beaches/10best-warms-up-at-the-dominican-republic/
Buildings (also all pastel colors) Alcohol
Pirates, Death
Although not mentioned, royalty, wealth Blue Water, animals Birds Green Lush vegetation
http://globalpropaganda.com/articles/TranslatingColours.pdf
COLOR AND CULTURE CUBA AND DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
COMPARISON: Cuba and Dominican Republic are both Caribbean islands with similar backgrounds in their establishment and histories. Yet, due to reasons such as economical income, governmental leadership styles and other reasons the use of colors have diversified. The wardrobes although similar in style focus on different colors; Cuba focuses primarily in the wearing of whites and Dominican Republic in the yellows. When comparing crafts and artwork, the artwork is similar in that both cultures have maintained paintings as their predominant method of artwork but their crafts is where the greatest difference is seen. Crafts in the Dominican Republic have been able to maintain vibrant colors and utilizing a variety of materials as seen in their “Descaradas� dolls (on right) depicting no face and typically made of clay. Additionally, you can see the colors as they are dominant in the bird crafts as well as the colorful throws. Cuban crafts have maintained focus on local wood products (below) painted with limited colors which is most likely due to the economical hardships and lacking tourism.
http://www.10best.com/interests/beaches/10best-warms-up-at-the-dominican-republic/
http://globalpropaganda.com/articles/TranslatingColours.pdf
REFERENCES
COVER - http://phlearn.com/crazy-colors-contest
Found on thecottagemarket.com
TOC - http://hostishko.com/tvorch/page/2/
thespiritscience.net
wharferj.wordpress.com
Color Theory