In class we take 10 minutes out of practical work to consider different topics. A couple of sessions ago we looked at colour and how certain colours become a symbol for wealth and status, usually of patrons and sometimes of the artist using the colour. We looked in particular at the story behind BLUE. Here are a few links for those who wanted to know more (click on the pictures):
Blue, Yves Klein Blue, general history:
Vermeer's Blue Palette:
Lapis Blue (2 minute video):
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