Turner Acryl Gouache Japanesque 12 Colour Set 20 ml Tubes

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We’re not trying to make things complicated, but if you dig deeper into the Japanese language, you’ll find that colors in Japanese aren’t as “innocent” as they seem. Take a look at some of the few language conundrums. “黄色い” and “茶色い” The traditional colors of Japan trace their historical origins to the Twelve Level Cap and Rank System which was established in 603 by Prince Shōtoku and based on the five Chinese elements. In this system, rank and social hierarchy were displayed and determined by certain colors. Colors known as kinjiki ( 禁色, " forbidden colors") were strictly reserved for the robes of the highest ranking government officials; for example, the color ōtan (orange) was used as the color for the robes of kuge and use by any other lower rank was prohibited. Colors known as yurushiiro ( 許し色, "permissible colors") were permitted for use by the common people.

Traditional colors of Japan - Wikipedia Traditional colors of Japan - Wikipedia

Blue:Blue is the color of the sky and the ocean. It is often associated with peace, calmness, and serenity. It is also the color of loyalty and trust, and is often worn by police officers and other government officials.

Above is the Velvet Touch Eye Shadow Duo in 03 and you can see what I mean about pan to skin being true. Japonesque Colour Pro Performance Lip Lacquer Sample paintings below on several different types of paper. I don’t think I’ve shared this many examples of one product, so you’ll certainly get a good idea of what they look like. As they say- it takes all kinds, variety is the spice of life, explore, be flexible, go with the flow. These days I’m more about painting in little journals over making larger paintings- too many books that need reading. I used both the blue and purple in the first two sketches with mountains, but I can’t really tell a distinction between the two colors- disappointing.

Japan’s Traditional Colours: Expression The Secret Meaning of Japan’s Traditional Colours: Expression

Pink:Pink is the color of cherry blossoms, which are a symbol of spring and new beginnings. It is also associated with femininity and youth. Neo Nihonga was proposed as a means for interrupting the post-Meiji concept of nihonga, and breaking free from the hierarchical structure that has been dominating the Japanese art world since the modern age, and at the same time, as a possible alternative ground in the discussion of Japanese contemporary art history.

Acryl Gouache ：Ikkonzome / Japanesque Pale Pink

And the most interesting of them all and I love it- Yupo! I feel this is what they look best on. This paper, it’s an adventure for sure, kind of just have to let it do what it wants to do. Guest Doodlewasher, Michele May described it as a balance between control and chaos, which is an apt description of using Yupo.