Drawing from my academic studies into emotional intelligence, emotional vocabulary, and emotional literacy, I'm connecting emotions with colors, flowers, and sentiment. The aim is to raise emotional awareness and express complex feelings visually. This creative journey, influenced by decades of personal growth and artistic practice, looks at how art and emotion overlap, fostering empathy and understanding. As I navigate this journey, I explore both collective and personal emotional expressions, contributing to a broader conversation on emotional intelligence and artistic expression. This pursuit goes beyond art creation; it's a journey into emotional intelligence that nurtures deeper connections and communication.
Tranquility, Relief, Calm, Happiness, Foreboding Joy, Contentment, Gratitude and Joy
About the Palette
Palette Name: Sunlit Days
Palette Sentiment: Highly Positive
Palette Description: The color palette for the "Places We Go When Life Is Good" paints a vivid picture of contentment, peace, and the various shades of happiness that color our experiences during such times. Each color selected offers a glimpse into the moments that make life feel rich and fulfilling. This palette reflects the varied experiences and emotions that come together to create the tapestry of a good life. From the deep tranquility of steel blue to the bright optimism of yellow, each color contributes to a sense of well-being, contentment, and joy. It's a visual celebration of the good times, offering a reminder to cherish and embrace these moments with gratitude and an open heart.
About the Emotions
Tranquility
Definition: Peacefulness and calmness; free from agitation.
Color: Steel Blue
Flower/Plant: White Lotus - Represents purity, peace, and tranquility.
Sentiment: Positive
Color Description: This color, with its deep and meditative quality, captures the essence of tranquility. It suggests a profound peace and a deep-seated serenity that comes from a harmonious life.
RGB: 70,130,180
HEX: #4682B4
EV Code: 0221110
Relief
Definition: Alleviation from distress or discomfort.
Color : Pale Green
Flower/Plant: Lavender - Known for its calming and soothing properties.
Sentiment: Positive
Color Description: Fresh and light, pale green symbolizes the feeling of relief and renewal. It represents the rejuvenation that comes from letting go of past burdens and embracing the freshness of the present moment.
RGB: 152,251,152
HEX: #98FB98
EV Code: 148228
Calm
Definition: Serene, without agitation or strong emotion.
Color: Light Blue
Flower/Plant: Bluebell - Symbolizes constancy and everlasting love.
Sentiment: Negative
Color Description: Embodying calm, light blue reflects the serene backdrop of a life filled with peace. It's the color of a clear sky, suggesting an untroubled mind and a heart at ease.
RGB: 173,216,230
HEX: #ADD8E6
EV Code: 0221110
Happiness
Definition: A state of well-being and contentment.
Color: Khaki
Flower/Plant: Yellow Rose - Symbolizes friendship and joy.
Sentiment: Neutral/Mixed
Color Description: Warm and content, khaki represents the satisfaction found in simplicity and the comfort of happiness that doesn't need to be loud to be felt deeply.
RGB: 240,230,140
HEX: #F0E68C
EV Code: 4342210
Foreboding Joy
Definition: Anticipation of joy with underlying worry.
Color: Light Salmon
Flower/Plant: Marigold - Represents caution, grief, and yet warmth.
Sentiment: Positive
Color Description: With its sweetness and underlying complexity, light salmon addresses the nuanced nature of foreboding joy. It acknowledges the shadow of anxiety that can accompany good times, a reminder of the preciousness of these moments.
RGB: 255,160,122
HEX: #FFA07A
EV Code: 186565
Contentment
Definition: A state of satisfaction and ease.
Color: Peach Puff
Flower/Plant: Peony - Symbolizes prosperity and peace.
Sentiment: Positive
Color Description: Soft and satisfying, peach puff symbolizes contentment that is gentle and fulfilling. It's the color of quiet happiness, the kind that fills the soul with a sense of completeness.
RGB: 255,218,185
HEX: #FFDAB9
EV Code: 0332110
Gratitude
Definition: Thankfulness and appreciation.
Color: Navajo White
Flower/Plant: Sweet Pea - Represents thankfulness.
Sentiment: Positive
Color Description: Warm and thankful, Navajo white embodies the gratitude that underpins a good life. It's a reminder of the importance of appreciating the blessings, big and small, that contribute to our well-being.
RGB: 255,222,173
HEX: #FFDEAD
EV Code: 3443210
Joy
Definition: Intense happiness or pleasure.
Color: Yellow
Flower/Plant: Freesia - Symbolizes innocence and joy.
Sentiment: Positive
Color Description: Bright and pure, yellow captures the quintessence of joy. It's the color of sunshine, suggesting optimism, happiness, and the simple pleasure that comes from being alive and well.
RGB: 255,255,0
HEX: #FFFF00
EV Code: 5352210
