The second volume by best-selling author Lauren Wager features a fresh new approach to color combinations with entirely new palettes, organized by season. What color is summer? Is it cool and translucent swimming pool aquamarine, dazzling red like watermelon flesh, or the pale pink interior of a seashell? If these colors define summer, what color is autumn? How about winter? And spring? In Palette Perfect, vol 2, designer, best-selling author and content creator Lauren Wager explores the multiple possibilities of seasonal color applications, leading the reader through an inspirational presentation of image pairings and color combinations. This volume--both a practical guide and inspirational book for designers, illustrators, architects, and crafters, as well as non-professionals, home decoration and fashion lovers--provides examples of well thought-out color application within the worlds of contemporary art, fashion, interiors, photography and graphic design. It is a carefully gathered collection of color palettes and stunning images with a touch of the unexpected, utterly successful in its aim. This book demonstrates the value of observation and how the practice of seeking beauty can lead to fruitful creation and inspiration.

Colour is one of the most powerful tools at a designer's disposal, yet few truly understand how much it can do for them, and the immediate difference it will make to the popularity and success of their website. This is the complete guide to creating a unique, practical and appropriate colour palette for any web design project. Building on the basics, starting with essential - often misunderstood - terminology and an understanding of traditional colour palettes, the book then moves on to practical, real-world examples of sites with fantastic colour schemes. A one-stop shop for a complete knowledge of digital colour, this book will give the designer the confidence to create their own palettes and apply colour successfully to their designs.

Homeowners spend hours staring at color swatches at their local paint stores. How can they make sure that colors that look great on a 2 x 2 square of paper will also look great on the walls of their favorite rooms? This is the book for every home decorator who's never painted before--and for those who swore they'd never paint again. Written by professional paint color consultant Bonnie Rosser Krims, this is the foolproof guide to choosing the best color scheme for every room, the first time, every time. Krims unveils 35 new color recipes, all chosen from top manufacturers and tested in the homes of real clients. She walks readers through rooms painted bright, neutral, and everywhere in between, and provides tools and tips for getting exactly the look you want. Like having a professional paint consultant in your home, this user-friendly guide can make anyone an instant color expert--and every room a showcase by offering simple, no-nonsense decorating guidelines that will help you reevaluate, reorganize, and revitalize every room in your home.

Over the past several decades, there has been a remarkable shift in the way humanity views life as a whole. In fact, some would say what we are experiencing is radical. Our physical needs are no longer our only focus. Now, we are also pursuing spiritual and emotional fulfillment. An increasing number of people are looking to step away from the ego and move toward conscious awareness. They are seeking their true purpose in this life. The process of connecting with the non-physical world is challenging. Both our bodies and our minds will encounter symptoms that cannot easily be diagnosed via traditional means. We may experience dis-ease, and yet all the tests come back normal. This is part of the journey. Furthermore, how do we make choices that sit well in our bodies? How do we manage stress in a healthy way? How do we cope with trauma we have experienced and find our way out of the negativity and into a safe and supportive space? Jenna Walker’s A Guide to the Collective Awakening addresses just that: our awakening. In this book, you will learn about meditation and the breath. You will learn how to consciously feed the body through specific food and water choices. You will also learn how to feed your soul through ten hands-on art projects meant to guide you in processing and releasing your emotions in a healthy and constructive way. Rediscover your divine power, connect with the universe, express yourself creatively, and take your personal growth into your own hands. As Walker says, “We have the ability and power to heal ourselves.” Use this book to take your first steps on this magnificent journey of awakening.

Five friends quit their jobs to chase what they love. Rent looms. Hilarity ensues. What if you had no daily grind, no soul-sucking job, and a few smart, passionate friends to watch your back and split the bills? Could you find a way to make ends meet and then pour every moment into what you really love? Five friends take the plunge to find out. Sushi and her roommate Summer are tired of working dead-end jobs for corporate drone bosses. So when their friend Alex quits his job and his roommate Zen proposes a grand experiment, they rope in their geeky friend Otto and move in together to build a life of art and freedom and tea and scheming. Of course, they still have to make rent, and the evil next door neighbor is hell-bent on getting them kicked out, and Summer may be just a little bit hopelessly in love with Alex. But it should all work out. Right? By turns silly and deep, daring and sweet, The Dream World Collective is a cozy romp for anyone who cares about creativity, community, and muffins.

THE PERCEPTION, UNDERSTANDING, AND USES OF COLOR—EXPANDED AND REFRESHED Understanding Color is an essential resource for those needing to become proficient in color for business applications. The peerless treatment of this critical subject is beautifully illustrated with real-world examples. Designers have turned to this guide for nearly a generation for its authoritative and accessible instruction. The knowledge contained in this book sets you apart from other designers by enabling you to: Contribute more effectively to discussions on color harmony, complete with a vocabulary that enables in-depth understanding of hue, value, and saturation Apply the most-up-to-date information on digital color to your projects Address issues involved when colors must be translated from one medium to another Troubleshoot and overcome today's most common challenges of working with color Full-color images showcase real design examples and a companion website features a digital workbook for reinforcing color concepts. From theory and practical implementation to the business and marketing aspects, Understanding Color helps you gain a deep and discriminating awareness of color.