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“Colour is always a consequence, never a cause.” quote by Edwin Land
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“Colour is always a consequence, never a cause.”

Edwin Land

About This Quote

Source Interview: Interview with Edwin Land, 1970

Colour results from prior conditions, not the cause of them.

In simple terms: Colour follows causes, not creates them.

Key Takeaway

Consider underlying causes.

Themes

science perception causality

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

scientific philosophical

When to use this quote

  • art creation
  • design decisions
  • marketing
  • product development

Key Concepts

physics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What underlying factors shape your design?
  • How does colour reflect context?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on colour can ignore deeper factors.

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