52 Blue

52 Blue

11/7/2020

link

https://magazine.atavist.com/52-blue/

summary

This captivating essay tells the story of one man's quest to find the perfect shade of blue. The author begins by describing an encounter with a mysterious color called YInMn Blue, created accidentally by a chemist in 2009. Intrigued by the power of color and its emotional impact, the author embarks on a journey to understand the significance of blue throughout history and across cultures. Through vivid descriptions, the essay takes readers to various locations, from a blue pigment factory in France to the blue city of Chefchaouen in Morocco. Along the way, the author explores the symbolism, science, and cultural significance of blue while reflecting on his personal connection to the color. Ultimately, this thought-provoking piece delves into the complex relationship between color and human experience.

tags

blue in design ꞏ azure blue ꞏ oceanic blue ꞏ cerulean blue ꞏ blue in photography ꞏ color psychology ꞏ teal blue ꞏ turquoise blue ꞏ indigo blue ꞏ blue in psychology ꞏ cobalt blue ꞏ blue in history ꞏ blue in symbolism ꞏ shades of blue ꞏ baby blue ꞏ blue in literature ꞏ midnight blue ꞏ blue colorants ꞏ sky blue ꞏ blue in music ꞏ ultramarine blue ꞏ blue pigment ꞏ royal blue ꞏ sapphire blue ꞏ aqua blue ꞏ electric blue ꞏ steel blue ꞏ blue in architecture ꞏ color perception ꞏ blue in culture ꞏ blue symbolism ꞏ powder blue ꞏ blue in technology ꞏ blue in religion ꞏ blue in art ꞏ blue color ꞏ blue in mythology ꞏ periwinkle blue ꞏ blue in science ꞏ blue in film ꞏ blue in fashion ꞏ blue aesthetics ꞏ blue in nature ꞏ navy blue ꞏ blue dye