For all those who can't quite make a decision between yellow and green is the lovely, tropical color lime green. Lime green is a beautiful, light shade that is halfway between yellow and green on the color wheel, but is considered to be more closely related to yellow. There name, is quite obviously derived from the exotic citrus fruit, limes. This shade is significant in a number of styles of art, but children of the sixties and seventies may recall its prominence in psychedelic art. Despite what genre it is incorporated into, lime green is a powerful shade with an energy similar to that of yellow- a powerful, vibrant shade that can have profound effects, even in small quantities.
Since lime green wasn't defined as a color until recent times, it doesn't have much history or symbology to speak of, yet, this does not subtract from its power and glory. Since lime green falls within the green family, it carries many of the same connotations as green overall. Some of the possible meanings of this color include growth, renewal, abundance, health, and the environment. All shades of green are thought to have restful and calming attributes, while lime green's similarity to yellow provides an added sense of energy to this hue.
Lime green canvas paintings are thought to have a both warming and cooling effect, creating a balance between different elements in your home and promoting stability in emotions and energies. The fresh and fruity palette of lime green adds interest to rooms and makes a very noticeable impact on the décor of any room. Lime green can look very chic, modern and sophisticated when paired with more neutral colors like white and black. An added touch of modernity is achieved when lime green is viewed with colors like silver, or even gold! Despite its vibrancy, lime green is a very versatile color, but it is important to note that the shade can become overwhelming if used in excess. Lime green is best used as a detail or accent in your decorating, rather than the primary color for a whole room.
If you are redecorating a room with very white walls it is a great idea to choose brightly colored artwork and accessories to enliven the area. Color paintings that focus on a lime green are a great addition to such an area. Areas that are ideal for lime green shades include children's bedrooms, kitchens, sun rooms, and living rooms. If you choose to bring a lime green canvas painting into your space, you may want to consider some complimentary colors for the room. These include black, pink, red, white and brown. With a little bit of guidance, lime green is a wonderful and lively color for decorating any room!
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