Lecture in Prof. Dr. Ulrika Eller-Rüter’s art class
When: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Where: “Campus I – Johannishof” campus, Johannishof, 53347 Alfter
Our entire visible world consists of colors—they surround us the moment we open our eyes; they shape the beauty of our lived world, inspire our imagination, and enrich our thoughts, dreams, and fantasies. In neuroscience, however, colors exist only in our minds; through a highly complex processing mechanism—which consumes about 70% of our brain’s neural resources—they shape the images of our reality, as well as our perception, imagination, and conception of the world.
In my lecture, we’ll delve into the fascinating world of colors and discover the evolutionary principle hidden beneath their vibrant surface. Color becomes a sensory medium, a tool for connection, through which we interact with our environment.
You will learn why colors are far more than just a tool for understanding—because trillions of visible light and surface colors form a vast linguistic system that shapes our experiences and behavior—mostly completely unconsciously and involuntarily—both mentally and physically.
Using vivid examples from the animal and plant kingdoms, as well as research projects from our everyday culture, I will demonstrate how each color fulfills specific functions and shapes our daily lives. The lecture explores the deep connections between the biological and cultural dimensions of color and how these define our window to the world.
Join me on a journey of discovery that will fundamentally change your perspective on colors and their significance in our lives and our environment. Let’s work together to decipher the hidden language of colors and see the world through new eyes.
Link to the website of the organizer, Alanus University
