Colour Lovers of the World Unite

Back in the first grade, one of the coolest things a kid could own was the Crayola 64 pack in the plastic carrying case. It didn’t matter that we were learning math, you had to have your crayons on your desk. However, the combination of the flip lid base and the slanted desktops meant someone knocking over their case on a daily basis, sending a cascade of crayons across the floor. Class would be interrupted while classmates ducked to help collect strays.

Despite being scolded by the teacher, I secretly relished the opportunity to start over and rearrange my crayons. Would I group by color, then gradient? But should I first group the warms and cools separately? I was the selfish kid who didn't like to lend crayons because they would never be returned to the proper slot. How dare someone put periwinkle next to burnt sienna!

While my crayon sorting days are over, I can still group colors to my heart’s delight. Colour Lovers follows trends in media, design and art, and allows users to create and rate palettes and even become “fans” of each other. Everyone on the site is so friendly and positive. How could one not be with so much color to enjoy? I’ve been playing around at work when I need a refresher and it’s quite relaxing! Some of my favorites:

melting sigh

moonisacounterfeit

myself

Color theory is next up on classes to take. I can't wait!