Chromatext
Since 2009 I have been creating "code languages" derived by altering various communication sources used in transportation, navigation and technology. Some original sources have been Atlases, airplane flight paths, maps and the International Code Signals for All Nations. This reworking and interpreting is rooted in my fascination of language and the multiple meanings of words. But more importantly, I am interested in the political ramifications of covert communication and the social implications (and perhaps indebtedness) of honesty.
In late 2011 I created Chromatext*, an alphabet code that replaces text with color. I extensively researched the history of color names and studied alphabetized lists of colors, such as Pantone color names, house paint brands and the Plochere Color System. I ultimately chose to use digital Hex code language for its flexibility to accurately represent each color both on screen, for print materials or paint.
Chromatext is written in English, but as color it can be "translated" into any language.
In late 2011 I created Chromatext*, an alphabet code that replaces text with color. I extensively researched the history of color names and studied alphabetized lists of colors, such as Pantone color names, house paint brands and the Plochere Color System. I ultimately chose to use digital Hex code language for its flexibility to accurately represent each color both on screen, for print materials or paint.
Chromatext is written in English, but as color it can be "translated" into any language.
Projects using Chromatext (click images to go to page):
a polite conversation
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anthem
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Between Dystopia and Greener Pastures
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Shadow & Light
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promise (we had a "thing")
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Chromatext prints
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*Chromatext contains specific intellectual property, 2011.