A Study in Turquoise

Here on Squidoo Lens Reviews we have a strong tradition of featuring remarkable and moving stories, and for looking out for content that informs and educates. However we -- and many of you, our readers -- also have an eye for beauty. With this in mind, although it may at first surprise you that today I'm reviewing a page that is full of products, I think once you see it you'll agree that it truly deserves a spot here.

Mabel Forsyth, also known as pinkpig, is a talented professional illustrator. And like all illustrators and others of a creative nature, she has a true eye for colour. So much so that she has a created an article devoted to Pantone's 'color of the year'.

Pantone Colour of the Year 2010 is a visual feast that features posters, artwork, home furnishings, and even skateboard decks and cat beanbags, all united by a common theme -- a vivid shade of turquoise.

Her artistic eye has resulted not only in a set of color-matched objects, but also in a collection of arresting images and unique home items. You'll also find one of her own illustrations, some amazing photographs from her personal collection, and an in-depth review of the Pantone Guide to Communicating with Color. With its zillions of colour palette ideas this book is an essential for the bookshelf of designers and looks like an inspiring read for anyone who loves colour.

I can see why Pantone's turquoise (officially 15-5519 for those in the know) appealed to pinkpig, and her richly-illustrated page certainly does it justice. Like her, I've been won over to this tropical ocean shade which you just want to dive right into.

However, since the turquoise items are all for sale, you might want to hide your credit card before you visit!

Visit: Pantone Colour of the Year 2010

Image Credit: good morning ms. daisy by rubyanelms