Primal Color: How Nature’s Hues Influence Survival (and Ours Too)
In the heart of the jungle, color isn’t just a beautiful backdrop—it’s a vital part of survival. From the deep greens of the foliage to the bright flashes of an animal’s markings, each hue plays a crucial role in communication, camouflage, and warning. Just like the creatures who call the jungle home, humans too have a primal, subconscious connection to color, one that transcends language barriers and taps into something universal. Let’s explore how colors in the jungle not only shape the lives of the animals that live there, but how they echo our own hidden responses to the world around us.
Artist Questions: Why Do Artists use Blue Pencil in Sketches?
In the world of art and illustration, "blue-line" sketching has become a popular technique, especially among digital artists. Originally, artists used "non-photo blue" pencils because their markings would remain invisible when photocopied, making it easier to create clean, crisp drawings. Today, even with digital tools replacing traditional photocopying, blue-line sketching is still widely used—mostly out of habit or for its practicality. The subtle blue lines provide a background structure that allows artists to layer pencil or pen over their sketches without the original lines interfering, giving them the freedom to refine and develop their work without distraction.