388: Pantone Color of the Year 2026

☁️ Pantone's Color of the Year may look like a near-white—but it's carrying a powerful signal about what buyers are craving right now.

At first glance, Cloud Dancer feels subtle, even quiet. But beneath the surface, this barely-there hue reveals a profound cultural shift toward calm, clarity, and renewal. In this episode, Miriam unpacks why Pantone chose Cloud Dancer, what it tells us about collective psychology, and how artists can tune into this emotional undercurrent without chasing trends. You'll also explore why sky imagery is emerging as a visual language of transformation and hear three compelling case studies from artists who are thriving because meaning—not aesthetics alone—leads their message.

 

💡 You'll Learn:

• Learn why Pantone chose Cloud Dancer and what it signals about collective psychology.
• Explore the archetypal and symbolic interpretation of Cloud Dancer as a cultural threshold.
• Create messaging that aligns your artwork with the deeper emotional needs of your collectors.

🎧 Tune in to see your work through a new lens—and learn how cultural signals can guide both your creative direction and your marketing with confidence.

 

🔗 Resources

Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/388

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