Pantone describes the living Coral (16-1546) colour of the year as, "an animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge."
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This is the twentieth year running Pantone has recognized a colour to stand out amongst others. Pantone recounts that the decision is influenced by multiple industries, including fashion, graphic design and industrial design. Bluethumb artists have also been inspired by the nurturing colour, incorporating living coral in their practice.
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Coral - The Colour of the Year
Thursday 31 January 2019

By Sarah Hughes
Melbourne, Victoria
About this Curation
About the Curator
Sarah Elizabeth Hughes is an artist and curator based in Melbourne. Born in Perth, she completed a Bachelor of Arts from Edith Cowan University (Southwest campus) in her undergraduate studies Sarah focused and developed her practice as a visual artist.
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In 2017 Sarah relocated to Melbourne and began her Master's studies in Arts Management at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. Since arriving in Melbourne, since Sarah has continued her practice and become an active member of the arts community.
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