THE BLACK HOUSE [ I ]

Just like white, black is not in the strict sense of the term a color, however it is associated with it from a psychological point of view, black conveying just like a color a symbolism. Scientifically, black refers to black holes and nothingness. In optics, black absorbs all wavelengths and is therefore characterized by its apparent absence of color, unlike white which is obtained by returning all the wavelengths it absorbs in equal parts. In the West, black is associated with mourning, sadness and despair, fear and death. Represented by the outfits of priests and nuns, it also echoes authority, austerity and rigor. Behind this dark side, black also offers another face, associated with elegance and simplicity. Perhaps precisely, because black is intended to be a neutral color, which does not strictly speaking express passionate feelings. It is true that black is the dark color par excellence. It blends with almost all colors, and will shock very little, even when used excessively. As with white, however, avoid using it too often alone. Black can quickly echo emptiness and sadness. It is recommended to always accompany it with a warm color or a pale color to enhance its style.