Our eyes are the most incredible piece of natural mechanics. Contrary to what is often believed, colours do not exist independent of our eyes. They receive and respond to light waves to form an image, an image being a combination of lines, shapes and similar features. Some animals, like the chameleon, have the ability to change their structure, therefore changing the way the light reflects and therefore the colour seen. Unlike many animals in the natural world, our hair and skin colour is not used for warning or camouflage. We often use colour to decorate ourselves and our locations to manipulate moods, emotions, motivations and expectations. It has cultural significance on our flags, dress and decor. (Parker, S. (2016)

What does colour mean to you? What colours inspire you? Which colours can change your mood? Why do you think this is?

With our artist Michelle Baharier SHARP gallery invite you to: The Welcome collection Reading Room - Friday 27th September 2019 3pm-4pm

It is advised to arrive at the welcome collection 15 mins prior to the event in order to find the reading room.

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Reference Parker, S. (2016). Colour and Vision: Through the Eyes of Nature 2016. Natural History Museum.