Benefits of Art: How Red Art Can Change A Room’s Mood

June 6, 2023 Laura Hayes 1

The color red is often associated with intense emotion. Long associated with our blood, this crimson hue is undoubtedly a bold choice in decor. Decorating with red art does more than just add some scarlet to your space, it can set the mood of your room. Whether you want to create a space promoting passion, power, physical excitement, or prosperity, featuring red art is a great way to make this happen.

Red Art To Create Passion

The heart is responsible for circulating our blood and keeping us alive, and its shape and color are synonymous with a sense of passion. Whether it’s a first sweetheart, a longtime romance, or an erotic encounter, the color red is full of lusty feelings. Seen on long stem roses and puckered lips, it’s been considered the color of love since the Middle Ages. And if you’re looking to add a dose of desire to your space, a print showcasing this dramatic tone is a great way to achieve your goals.

Red Art To Create Power

If passion is one emotion strongly connected to the color red, power is the other. From the bravery of the bullfighter waving the cape to the ferocity of the bull charging through it, red is often associated with images of power. As a loud color, it’s meant to catch eyes. So it’s easy to understand its use on fire engines, Hollywood carpets, and “power” ties. The decision to choose such a color itself screams confidence. So adding artwork with this dramatic tone is sure to help create an atmosphere with authority.

*“Dancing In The Sun – Dark Red”* by Kubistika

Red Art To Physically Excite

The effects of red go deeper than emotions. Given the color’s presence in nature is generally associated with danger, it’s been hardwired to elicit a physical response in humans. From the backs of black widows to fire ants to strawberry poison dart frogs, we learned to connect the color to our fear. But you don’t need to put yourself at risk to experience this little dose of adrenaline. Thanks to evolution, decorating at home with red art is an easy way to give yourself an extra bit of excitement every day.

Red Art To Create Prosperity

While some connections to this color are subconscious, others are culturally specific. In China, the color red traditionally signifies “good fortune, luck, vitality, celebration and prosperity.” You’ll see it around abundantly during Chinese New Year celebrations, on wedding dresses, and adorning festive lanterns. Although you may not yet connect this color with causing happiness, we think this chromatic correlation is one worth investing in. Try decorating with red art to bring some good vibes your way.

Artwork Featuring Red

While the prints featured above help demonstrate each angle of this color’s power, the benefits of red art can be experienced with any subject and style. Whether it’s a blossoming tree or a geometric abstract, keep scrolling to see more prints created with this passionate color.