The exhibition is organized by the National Gallery of Art, The Imperial Household Agency, and Nikkei, Inc., in association with the Embassy of Japan.

A spectacular quest of illusion and imagination awaits Chart your path to a colorful realm of fantasy, mystery, and excitement. Mythographic Color and Discover: Wanderlust is a coloring celebration of the magic of travel, all in astounding detail. Discover surreal adventures and marvelous destinations while exploring shape-shifting wildlife, natural wonders, and mind-bending architecture that will expand your creative curiosities. Enrich your artistic side by bringing more than 40 enthralling, hand-drawn illustrations to their most vibrant possibilities while you uncover the playful hidden objects found in each one. Color the fascinating locales, whimsical surroundings, and elusive creatures of Mythographic Color and Discover: Wanderlust. - Journey around the world and beyond in more than 40 amazing illustrations - Find the secret objects hidden within every work of art - Apply your artistic touch to a whimsical gallery of bold and adventurous scenes

Presents brightly colored photograph illustrations that demonstrate the three primary colors and three secondary colors, as well as brown, pink, black, white, gray, silver, and gold.

The interesting kids' book "Barbie and the Magic of the Rainbow" takes readers to a world where being kind, brave, and determined are the most important things. We meet Barbie in a beautiful town surrounded by hills and forests. She is a unique young girl known for being very kind, very curious, and having a mind as bright as the rainbow. Barbie's amazing trip starts with her grandmother telling her stories about rainbows. Her grandma told her stories about how these rainbows connect the real world to a magical land full of adventures and true dreams for those who are brave enough to follow their bright colors. Barbie goes on an exciting trip into the woods one sunny morning after a light rainy night. She gets the idea from her grandmother's magical stories. As she follows a faint tinkling sound that sounds like small bells ringing in the distance, she goes deeper into a beautiful forest full of fragrant wildflowers. Barbie keeps going on her trip and finds a clearing in the bush where a beautiful rainbow touches the ground. She had no idea that she would see something so bright and colorful. She eagerly reaches out to touch it, and all of a sudden, she is taken to a wonderful world. Barbie finds talking animals, fairies with gossamer wings, and wind-talking secrets in this magical area. You can let your mind run wild and make your dreams come true there. As Barbie looks into it, she becomes friends with Stardust, the friendly horse who watches over this magical place. Stardust says that the rainbow's colors are fading, which puts the survival of their land at risk. He tells Barbie that she needs to go on a quest to find the lost color crystals, which are buried in the most difficult and hidden places, in order to save them. Barbie doesn't think twice about taking on the challenge and sets out with Stardust to find each color crystal. We hit some problems that test her guts, smarts, and determination. The Rainbow Realm comes back to life as the rainbow colors come back with each gem she gets. Barbie's mission finally brings back the rainbow's bright colors, which keeps the Rainbow Realm from becoming less visible. Stardust shows how powerful love and kindness can be while also honoring her strength and determination. Barbie stays true to her identity and goes back to her planet, but her heart will always be in the Rainbow Realm. She talks to the rainbow one last time and then goes back to her home world to tell everyone about her amazing experience and the lessons she's learned. Her story is told from one family to the next to remind people that magic exists and that if they are kind, brave, and determined, their dreams can come true. Because she used what she learned in the Rainbow Realm to make the lives of those around her better, Barbie has continued to inspire people. You can find hope in her story, and it will tell you that the most beautiful magic comes from the heart. "Barbie and the Magic of the Rainbow" is a classic story that tells people that their hearts hold the deepest and most lasting magic and inspires them to follow the values of kindness, bravery, and persistence. This is how the story starts: A long time ago, there was a smart little girl named Barbie who lived in a cute little town surrounded by big forests and rolling hills. There was something very different about Barbie as a child. She had a kind heart, was always interested in new things, and had a mind as bright as a rainbow. Nestled in the peaceful beauty of nature's wealth, Barbie's simple home was a safe haven of love and warmth. Everyone who met her felt loved because her heart was like a well of goodness. Being excited, always interested, and always looking for new things to learn drove her to try new things. Her mind was as varied as an artist's palette, and everything she touched turned into a new work of art. Barbie looked forward to every morning because she got to explore the world outside of her quiet town and discover the secrets that were hidden below the surface of the earth. As she danced over the rolling, emerald-covered ground, the sound of her laughter could be heard through the thick greenery of the green hills, adding to the peaceful atmosphere. Barbie's soul expanded like a beautiful tapestry with each step. Because she was so interested in everything, the world around her became a blank canvas ready to be painted, and every exchange was a vivid brushstroke of her imagination. She was excited about every day like the sun rising, ready to explore the new worlds of information that were calling her. Barbie was so beautiful that people were drawn to her like bees to nectar. The kindness and love in her heart became a light for people who needed support and understanding. Her heart was as open as her ears, and she helped those in need by giving them comfort and advice. Nature also seemed to enjoy being with Barbie. Birds sat on her outstretched hand and sang to her, as if they were drawn to the melody inside her. Flowers grew with an unmatched brightness, and the petals showed how strong her beliefs were. Even the most scared animals came up to her and trusted that she would show them the way through the forest. Even though Barbie was beautiful every day, she had a deep pain in her heart. Her grandma told her stories about how rainbows would appear in the sky after it rained a lot. These rainbows were more than just bright lines; they were magical doors that led to other worlds of magic and people, dreams and adventure. She woke up one beautiful morning to the sound of birds singing after a light rainy night. As she told her grandmother's stories, she felt a rush of amazing joy through her body. She felt compelled to explore the mysterious woods around her home by a constant whisper in her ear. She went deeper into the forest, and the air filled with the sweet smell of wildflowers. The green canopy above her got thicker as well. She jumped when she heard weak music that sounded like a bell chime far away. The music caught her attention and, as it slowly got stronger, took her on a dreamlike journey. She kept going deeper and deeper into the bush as the music led her. As if a long-kept secret were about to be revealed, everything around her seemed to be building up for it. As they walked, the sparkling sounds got more beautiful and clearer.

Structural colorations originate from self-organized microstructures, which interact with light in a complex way to produce brilliant colors seen everywhere in nature. Research in this field is extremely new and has been rapidly growing in the last 10 years, because the elaborate structures created in nature can now be fabricated through various types of nanotechnologies. Indeed, a fundamental book covering this field from biological, physical, and engineering viewpoints has long been expected.Coloring in nature comes mostly from inherent colors of materials, though it sometimes has a purely physical origin such as diffraction or interference of light. The latter, called structural color or iridescence, has long been a problem of scientific interest. Recently, structural colors have attracted great interest because various photonic architectures, now developing in modern technologies, have been spontaneously created in the self-organization process and have been extensively used as one of the important visual functions. In this book, the fundamental optical properties underlying structural colors are explained, and these mysteries of nature are surveyed from the viewpoint of biological diversity and according to their sophisticated structures. The book proposes a general principle of structural colors based on the structural hierarchy and presents up-to-date applications.

Dive into the vibrant world of handwoven textiles with "The Colorful Loom," an illuminating exploration for weavers who wish to master the art of color. This comprehensive eBook invites you on a journey through the intricate interplay of color within the realm of weaving, offering insights and techniques that bring your textiles to life. Begin your adventure by exploring the historical and contemporary significance of color in weaving, gaining a deep understanding of how hues have inspired art and culture throughout time. Progressing to the fundamentals, the book demystifies color theory for weavers, guiding you through the color wheel and the captivating dance of hue, saturation, and value. "The Colorful Loom" delves into the emotional and cultural symbolism of color, unraveling the psychological impacts that colors convey and how they can be harnessed in your design work. Learn strategic methods to choose your palette and develop your unique color style, sourcing inspiration from nature, art, and fashion while embracing both natural and synthetic dyeing techniques with sustainability in mind. Enhance your skills with weaving techniques specifically designed to augment the impact of color, from plain weave to tapestry, and explore advanced methods such as Ikat and optical illusions that bring an extra layer of sophistication to your craft. Discover the innovative future of textiles as the book illuminates the use of digital weaving and smart textiles that marry color with technology. Finally, embrace a colorful weaving practice, connect with the vibrant weaving community, and build a portfolio that showcases your colorful creations. With "The Colorful Loom," embark on an unforgettable voyage that celebrates the artistry of weaving and the profound beauty of color, encouraging continuous learning and creative expression in your passionate weaving journey.

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 4th Computational Color Imaging Workshop, CCIW 2013, held in Chiba, Japan, in March 2013. The 21 revised full papers, presented together with 4 invited papers, were carefully reviewed and selected from numerous submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on color image perception; color combination; multi-spectral image analysis and rendering; color image detection and classification; color image features; and color image filtering and enhancement.

This volume offers a path-breaking reassessment of Xu Bing’s oeuvre by analyzing the diverse cultural environments in which his work has developed since the Book from the Sky. It contains three lecture transcripts and eight art historical essays; these explore themes such as Xu’s animal works, audience participation, new ink, prints, realism, socialist spectacle, and word play. A critical question addressed in this volume is what carries art to a global level beyond regional histories and cultural symbols. Absorbing critical essays on contemporary Chinese aesthetics addressing the social context and philosophical concerns that underlie Xu Bing’s key works. The authors analyze Xu’s art, shedding light on the tangled history of socialism and neoliberalism in the Post-Mao period. --Prof. Dr. Lothar Ledderose, Senior Professor, Institute of East Asian Art, Universität Heidelberg

Embark on an enchanting literary journey with Tony Marshall's "The Respect Roadmap." In this captivating children's book, characters navigate diverse situations, weaving a tale that emphasizes the crucial values of respect for diversity and differing opinions. Tony, a dedicated storyteller, goes beyond mere entertainment, focusing on the transformative power of stories during the formative years up to pre-teenage. Tony sees himself not just as an author but as an educator aiming to instill foundational principles and universal virtues early in a child's life. His unique writing style serves as a gateway to introduce young readers to the world of literature, preparing them for the complexities they'll encounter in the future. Each word and tale in Tony's book invites young readers and families on a journey of imagination, learning, and character-building. It's more than just a story; it's a collaborative effort to shape a brighter tomorrow through the magic of storytelling and timeless values. Join Tony in "The Respect Roadmap," where storytelling meets the enduring impact of universal virtues, creating a narrative that leaves a lasting imprint on young hearts and minds.