Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Color Mark: Peony Hues

Today, I start a whole new series at Punctuation Mark called Color Mark. In these series I will be exploring colors in a whole new way because I will be matching them to actual color paints from Benjamin Moore or Sherwin Williams. The idea behind these color studies is to find colors that people can use on their everyday lives.

Paints to match Benjamin Moore: 2086-10, 2003-40, 2171-70, 2166-50, 2169-30

To inaugurate the series I wanted to use the a beautiful peony I took in LA during the Spring of 2010. I love the soft colors and how they go from vibrant pinks to ivory and peach. The softer and lighter tones like the one in the middle can be used a a general paint in a girl's room and the others are accents on wall bases or frames.

Have a great and colorful day!
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31 comments:

  1. Hege Synøve Kolstad EvensenFebruary 28, 2012 at 3:59 AM

    Lovely colors!
    I like blushing skin tones:)

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  2. honey my heartFebruary 28, 2012 at 4:03 AM

    peonies are so beautiful. i really like the pink hues in the photo. it's so fresh and spring.

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  3. A Life Un-StyledFebruary 28, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    I love this series already :) I enjoy color exploration and I'm enjoying your interpretation. Have a beautiful week!

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  4. jFebruary 28, 2012 at 6:21 AM

    I love the pinks! I also love peonies and I also can't help taking picture of them. My mom grows them and I usually can't help stealing a few from her either.

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    1. jFebruary 28, 2012 at 6:27 AM

      whoa, apparently I shouldn't comment before 7 am.....

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  5. Ana DegenaarFebruary 28, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    This is so gorgeous I love the combo.

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  6. OFebruary 28, 2012 at 7:51 AM

    Love the color palette! I am already wearing spring colors, as I am ready for some sun and freshness xoxo

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  7. JessFebruary 28, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    Eeeep! I am so excited for this series! I love that you use real paint colors too!

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  8. PatriceFebruary 28, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    Great color combo. You can't go wrong when a pretty peony is your inspiration.

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  9. A Very Sweet BlogFebruary 28, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    What a beautiful inspiration! I love the colors. So soft and sweet.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  10. Tiffany KadaniFebruary 28, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    Lovely new series! So smart and creative! Peonies are my fave!

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  11. Hilliary MeisnerFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Such a great series! I love this color palette! Beautiful!

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  12. Minnie and DaisyFebruary 28, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    Peonies are my favorite!! Pretty colors! So beautiful!! xoxo Minnie&Daisy

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Super fun new series - and love this color you chose to start it with!
    Much love,
    B

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  14. LilliFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    I love these colors, they are my fav!:)

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  15. UnknownFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    Love this series (especially as a color lover, myself!). Such a beautiful color to kick it off :) XO brynn

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  16. A Crimson KissFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    What a gorgeous photo, and a wonderful new feature!

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  17. UnknownFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    Gorgeous colors, I love the premise!

    xo Mary Jo

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  18. NedaFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    Of course I love peonies! :) This color collection is gorgeous! xx

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    Thanks for visiting and commenting on my blog today!!! My favorite color in the entire world is the pink that pink peonies come in. I guess peony pink? Anyway, I love all the complimentary colors!! xoox elizabeth

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  20. awhiteFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    So gorgeous. I have a few peony bushes along my fence... They seriously brighten up spring and summer, plus smell incredible!

    -Ashley
    http://lerougestylo.blog.com

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  21. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEFebruary 28, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    Oh I just love this series!!! Great idea. You know it speaks to the color girl in me. :)

    Just beautiful! xoxo

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  22. Ann On and On...February 28, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    Fun idea. I can just image how much fun it would be to paint my rooms...any rooms with these beautiful shades of happiness.

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  23. Sandy a la ModeFebruary 28, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    peonies are my fave flower!!

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  24. GloriaFebruary 28, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    Peonies are so pretty - I can't wait for them to be in season again :-) Love this new series!!

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  25. Kathy February 28, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    LOOOVE peonies!! xoxo
    http://www.hellohellofriday.com/

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  26. JessicaFebruary 28, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    Oh I love these colors! I am so drawn to anything pink :)

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  27. UnknownFebruary 28, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    Great new series and awaiting for more posts!! These are by far the best colors ever.


    <3 Marina
    Fashion.MakeUp.LifeStyle

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  28. Bravoe RunwayFebruary 28, 2012 at 7:41 PM

    I am liking this new feature! What a pretty colour, first thing I thought of was a girl's room!

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  29. NnennaFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:40 PM

    Such a good idea for a feature and I love the color palette that accompanies this photo!

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  30. AnonymousMarch 4, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    #1 - the colors that you chose are awesome. #2 - I love this idea, I'm slightly addicted to paint samples and I think this is a great use for them. Did I mention yet that I gave my prom date a paint sample junior year so he could match the color of my dress? :)

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