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Black is one of the most powerful colors present on the color wheel. For many people it is an anchor color, present in abundance in everything from their wardrobe to their personal living space. Yet, other people gravitated to brighter colors and tend to use black as a color to accent and compliment. No matter the capacity in which you are drawn to the color black, its drama and appeal is undeniable. Black can be somber and calm as well as racy and exciting. Black canvas artwork can achieve the same effects in smaller degrees. No matter your personal style or the décor of your home, black can make a winning addition.

Technically speaking, black is defined as the color of objects that do not emit or reflect any light, no matter the frequency.  In fact, black is often thought of as the absence of color. The word we use today to denote the color black is a hybrid of the Old English word meaning dark and an ancient German word meaning burnt. In different cultures, and in different cultural contexts, black takes on different meanings. In Japanese culture, for instance, the color black is a profound symbol of nobility, age and experience, while in Western culture it often has the more negative connotation of death or mourning. In the Maasai tribes of Kenya, the color black is associated with rain clouds, and thus prosperity and life. Some religions see black as the color of perfection, while more superstitious types think of black, such as in the instance of a black cat, as bad luck. Apart from cultural associations, in fashion, most see the color black as timelessly elegant, stylish and sexy.

In home decorating, black is often used as an accent color and as an accent color only- but it can be so much more! The use of black paint, black artwork and black furniture can have a powerful effect as a more dominant hue in any living space. Black has a subtlety that sophisticated decorators will appreciate, and it can also set the stage for dramatic splashes of color. Black paintings and other décor tend to vary dramatically in different lights, so you have a variety of effects and moods created at different times of day, and when you incorporate different kinds of light into your home.

In traditional beliefs, black is the color of mystery and sophistication, and it holds a great deal of power and magnificent energy. In feng shui, it is a color of protection, of night, and of the “universal void.” As such, the use of black in any capacity adds depth, definition and enormous visual strength to any space.

Black is recommended to be used freely in areas of the home facing the south, east or north. Black is thought to create a great deal of energy that will help attract career opportunities when used appropriately. Whether you choose to incorporate a canvas painting of this color into a specific area, or even paint a whole wall black, feel secure that the addition of this color will have a bold and meaningful effect in your décor.
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