CIELABarvoja

CIELABarvoja is a conceptual framework and a set of practices that explore the intersection of color science, specifically the CIELAB color space, and creative expression through artistic means. It posits that the structured, perceptually uniform nature of the CIELAB color space can serve as a foundation for developing new artistic techniques, color palettes, and aesthetic experiences. Rather than simply using CIELAB as a conversion tool, CIELABarvoja seeks to understand how its defined relationships between colors—luminance (L*), red-green axis (a*), and yellow-blue axis (b*)—can inspire and inform artistic decisions.

Proponents of CIELABarvoja suggest that by working within the quantifiable dimensions of CIELAB, artists can achieve a deeper understanding of color harmony, contrast, and emotional impact. This can lead to the creation of artworks with specific chromatic qualities or predictable perceptual effects. For example, an artist might choose to manipulate colors along a particular axis within CIELAB to evoke a specific mood or to create visual transitions that are more perceptually smooth or jarring. The framework encourages experimentation with color transitions, gradients, and juxtapositions, viewing the CIELAB space not as a limitation but as a rich, multidimensional canvas. While not a formally established academic discipline, CIELABarvoja represents an emerging area of interest for digital artists, color theorists, and those seeking to bridge scientific understanding with artistic intuition.