This year’s Pantone Colour of the Year is Viva Magenta 18-1750, a vibrant colour based on the cochineal colour family of fuchsias, reds and purples. The colour itself galvanizes our spirit with its vigour, and as part of the red family is expressive of new strength. A good choice for a new year free from the rigours of the pandemic … Read the article
Two Colours of the Year for 2021
Every year the Pantone Color Institute reveals their Colour of the Year. Pantone changed things up this year by revealing two colours for 2021: Ultimate Gray and a vibrant yellow called Illuminating. Pantone is best known for its Pantone colour system, which is used all over the world in fashion, décor, graphic design, printing, and more. Pantone’s colour system allows … Read the article
Gene Simmons KISS Guitar Finds a Permanent Home After the Fort McMurray Fire
What would you grab if you had to quickly leave your house to escape a fire? For Fort McMurray’s Mike Chilinski this wasn’t a hypothetical question in 2016. The sports and music memorabilia collector was forced to evacuate with his wife and two children as forest fires began to ravage the city. “Decisions, decisions. We were at home and weren’t … Read the article
Art Can Give You a Sense of Well-Being
“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time. ” ~ Thomas Merton Art has the ability to uplift you every time you look at it. Choosing the right artwork can give you the perspective of ‘everything is alright’ and the feeling of being secure. Why? Because you get to choose what you like and most … Read the article
How to Find the Ideal Frame for Your Art
Print or Download… You have bought a prized piece of art for your home or business but the frame you decide upon will make a huge difference in how that piece will look on the wall. Framing can complement the piece and make it stand out from its surroundings. It enhances the piece to suit one’s personal style. Take an … Read the article