Sight of White
From the pristine white robes of ancient Greek civilization to the soft white hue of the
winter snow, the color white holds immense symbolic value and external beauty. Even the
simplistic beauty of the white canvas before a painter begins is of significant purpose. The
themes of religious divinity, hope for the future, and purity of existence are present often
throughout the decades of artistic development. Within these themes, the color white is persistent
and calls for significant attention.
The color white is often used to represent spirituality, simplicity, and rebirth in religious-
driven art. Jesus is often depicted wearing white clothing and white light is used frequently to
symbolize heaven and hopefulness. The archetypes associated with the color white are universal
and have been represented in art throughout history. However, the symbolic nature of the color
white far surpasses all the examples we have laid out. The sight of white draws a viewer in and
invokes a sense of hope. One can venture through this collection, and find a deep sense of hope
for the future because amidst darkness, white and light prevail.