--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: A red apple isn't red, nor the lemon…" description: "\"A red apple isn't red, nor the lemon yellow. The sky is seldom blue, only when it isn't.\" — Keith Crown" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/46f/keith-crown-56630_apples_a-red-apple-isn-t-red-nor-the-lemon-yell_1849728.jpg" --- # A red apple isn't red, nor the lemon yellow. The sky is… ![“A red apple isn't red, nor the lemon yellow. The sky is seldom blue, only when it isn't.” quote by Keith Crown](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/46f/keith-crown-56630_apples_a-red-apple-isn-t-red-nor-the-lemon-yell_1849728.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/46f/keith-crown-56630_apples_a-red-apple-isn-t-red-nor-the-lemon-yell_1849728.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/46f/keith-crown-56630_apples_a-red-apple-isn-t-red-nor-the-lemon-yell_1849728.jpg) > “A red apple isn't red, nor the lemon yellow. The sky is seldom blue, only when it isn't.” [Keith Crown](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/keith-crown/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Colors defy expectations; red apple not red, lemon not yellow, sky rarely blue unless otherwise. **In simple terms:** Colors can be deceptive. Key Takeaway Question assumptions about appearance. Themes perception truth illusion Mood reflective analytical Type poetic philosophical When to use this quote - art critique - design - marketing - science communication Key Concepts color theory subjectivity Questions to Reflect On - Why do we trust color labels? - How does this affect our perception of reality? 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