Tints & tangents...

I just can't get it out of my head; the intangible ambiguity of inspiration.  The encouraging notion of creativity in the most unlikely of circumstances.  My hands were marinating in vivid liquid, my senses were offended by the bitter aroma of vinegar, empty mason jars were begging to be filled, and I was suddenly swimming in inspiration.  While my beets were pickling, the brilliance of dramatic colors and invigorating pigments left me craving more color – especially when the sky turned unexpectedly grey and dim on a summer afternoon.

Katie Quinn Davies {of What Katie Ate} always satisfies my delight for delicious color {her beet adventures are significantly more photogenic than mine}.  This collection of images is like a fresh summer day radiating across the senses.

{After a lengthy pause for fresh air and fresh ventures, I am crawling back to elle oh demanding a creative outlet.  And, apparently, I came back with an excess of words to share.}

Metaphysical magic...

When I found a little something called Colorstrology, my heart skipped {at least} three beats.  After perusing the site, I am utterly infatuated.  Just as your day of birth lends you an astrological sign, it also lends a specific color that offers insight into your personality. 

My color is sunflower {Pantone 16-1054}, which I see gracefully lounging on the ceiling in this perfect photograph {by Michael Eastman}.  In the interest of {not so subtle} narcissism, here is what Colorstrology had to say about me.

"You are not afraid to fight for what you want.  You have the ability and strength and know-how to persevere in the face of adversity.  You are a generous and loving person and quietly lend a helping hand to a great many people.  Your personal color helps ease your tenacious spirit.  Wearing, meditating or surrounding yourself with Sunflower inspires calm as you continue to learn, explore and attain the many goals that you have on your horizon."

After scrutinizing and evaluating my personal color, I also lingered around long enough to look up the personal colors of just about everyone I know.  It is only fair to warn you that this lovely little place of color palettes is somewhat addicting. 

Colorful cravings...

You know how some mornings you wake up longing for a Belgian waffle with warm syrup?  Or a bowl of fresh raspberries and crème?  Or a soy latte with a perfect crown of foam?  Well, this morning I woke up with an inkling for hues; a deep craving for vivid, saturated color.

Ah, satiated.  The brilliant styling of Irina Graewe fulfills my color yearning with pleasure.  My love for balance tells me to share these monochromatic {slightly mysterious} beauties for the perfect amount of contrast with the previous rush of chromatics.

{Thank you Bloesem for introducing me to Irina Graewe.}

Streets, houses, schools, and squares...

The Let's Colour Project is an initiative to {literally} color the world; a not-so-subtle message that "we can change anything we want".  The mission of this project is to color streets, houses, schools, and squares with bright and vibrant color.  This striking image is from the Rio de Janeiro, Brazil project.

If you need a daily reminder that you can change the world, paint some color {bold, bright color} in your life.