Power of Color: Applying Biophilic Principles to Visual Art
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This study explores color theory and its manifestations in visual art, uniquely anchored in the dynamic interplay of biophilic principles and cultural contexts, specifically within the terrains of Xinjiang and Gansu. Emphasizing the profound role of biophilia, the research accentuates the emotive potential of color in visual art, enriched by a spectrum of stylistic diversities, avant-garde techniques, and meticulous material choices. With a theoretical foundation in biophilic design, the study examines the intricate balance between nature and culture, manipulating color and diluent proportions to evoke the quintessence of local environments and traditions. Moreover, this paper illuminates the democratization of visual art, championing its therapeutic capacities. It ardently advocates for an interdisciplinary fusion - marrying sociology, visual art, and philosophy - to both amplify and refine the future trajectories of color-centered visual art. In doing so, it positions biophilia as an indispensable lens for understanding and innovating within the broader scope of visual art and cultural interpretation.
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