Some image inspiration in terms of content and layout created in existing colouring books.
Intreciate detail seems to be a common theme amongst popular colouring books, this is valid to take note of within creating a unique design.
Within looking at these different books there is a common theme of natural forms being depicted.
Calming colouring - Nature patterns
This colouring book focuses on patterns within nature.
The Time garden
This colouring book focuses on narrative as apposed to just visuals, there is a significant amount of detailing in the work which is similar within all of the books but doesnt specifically focus on nature.
Why do people like to colour?
Some reviews from amazon:
There is a lot of online engagement with this work, a lot of people were very vocal in their love for these different books which was interesting to see. In order to better understand why that is its interesting to look at some different opinions on the products.
"Let me start by saying, this book is a thing of beauty, from its intricate designs, printed with strong lines and clear ink work, down yo the quality of the paper."
"Love this book, it's amazing how the pictures clear your head whilst colouring in! "
"Why do grown ups love colouring in "
An article posted by http://ideas.ted.com/ explored this idea asking the question "Why do grown ups love colouring in "
There is minimal thought when it comes to colouring, its very engaging as it requires your attention, allowing you to switch off for a while away from any issues you might be experiencing.
Coloring books are are a great way to reintroduce art as an important component of health and wellness.
There is mindfulness in colouring its almost a form of meditiation, by focusing only on the task you're doing it creates a sense of peace.
Although colouring isnt in itself a valid form of therapy, it has many theraputic qualities which are proven to be helpful and beneficial.
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