'To demonstrate the dramatic effect of red, it takes 2/100ths of a second to register red yet 25/100ths of a second to register 5 words of this text'
Colour Psychology is the study of the effect that colours have on human behaviour and emotions.
Colour preference reveals how each colour encourages an emotional, mental and physical response in people.
People and animals are affected by colour and will respond in different ways according to solid colour, shades, hues or tints.
We exist and live in a colourful world, how boring if we had to exist in a monochrome world.
Colour is life and life is colour.
Nature bursts with radiance full of colour, the natural world and the oceans are brimming with colour and the skies dance with colour.
Colour is everywhere we look, we are immersed in colour. Yet how many of us think about colour and the possible effects colour may have on us?
Every emotion known can relate to colour, and each colour can relate to every emotion.
Colour is everything, in everything, on everything, in all that we eat, we drink we swim in it, we wear it, we furnish in it, we dress our homes and work environments in it, we paint with it, we adorn ourselves with it, we look at screens coming alive with colour, we make choices daily through colour, it is proven when the correct colour choice is fit for purpose a product will sell. Consumers shop first by colour, then visual image, packaging and text.
Dementia and alzheimers patients will not walk on very dark coloured flooring because they 'see' a hole they could fall down into ....
Red will encourage feelings of warmth, movement, ambition, courage and sometimes fear despondency frustration and anger.
Red may bring to mind sayings that have been passed down through the ages such as 'it was like holding up a red rag to a bull'.
Cultures from around the world may differ in their use of colour psychology meaning and symbolism, for example in South Asian culture it is common to see brides wearing red where as in Western culture a bride traditionally wears white.
Caution is highlighted by this simple example,International colour psychology knowledge must be understood and traditions respected if a colour psychologist is to work efficiently and flawlessly overseas or for an overseas client.Colour Psychology is a vast and complex subject that takes many years of hands on experience gathering and absorbing sufficient colour psychology understanding and knowledge to provide a colour psychology consultancy that is fit for purpose.
Just as the learner drivers true learning begins when they have passed their test and are deemed safe to go out onto the road,a colour psychologist will spend 2-3 years study then further years as an apprentice,learning on the road, before they are deemed qualified to offer Colour Psychology consultancy to business that is fit for purpose.
A colour psychology trouble shooter June knows only too well of the high street colour psychology disasters she has had the honour to put right. She writes about some of these experiences in her new book. Colour Psychology Today, her latest best seller.
'June expresses and expounds in beautifully plain language the hard to grasp technical colour stuff that blocks most minds, coupled with her innovative practicals and experiential teaching method to cement the information.
Her level of understanding is unsurpassed.
Unequivocally gifted with the ability to aticulate and to share profound colour information so that everyone understands' A. Samson.
June's latest best seller 'Colour Psychology Today' is brimming with reams of new and usable colour psychology information.
'Creativity is fundamental to innovation, innovation depends upon creative colour thinking'. June McLeod.
June McLeod proudly holds the first Colour endorsement in the UK..
Just one of her exceptional achievements.
An original thinker, and a leading colour authority with an International client base that reflects her substantial knowledge and continuing success.
With an esteemed colour career that spans more than 30 plus years, June's dynamic delivery and innovative consultancy work coupled with teaching of colour to all levels of expertise places her at the top of her profession.
"Colour outside the lines"
June encourages creative and out of the box colour thinking. A pioneer in her field.
Due to ND legal restrictions only a few of the companies that have benefitted from her expertise can be listed here;
Royal Parks, Maybelline New York, London Marathon,
Hong Kong Jockey Club, Akzo Nobel, Ladbrokes Casinos, Angels at Play, cosmetic companies, hair product companies, furniture, design, lighting, textiles, perfumeries, products, manufacturing, packaging, spas, hotels etc etc
Her Best Selling Books
Colours of The Soul - a colour classic, in print since 2000 by popular demand.
Colour Psychology Today -
Colour Therapy A-Z -
now includes the mandala book and the colour numerology book, all in one place for ease of use.
The innovative, colour healing - CD, Colours of the Soul , the first all coloured music CD arranged by Jeff Cutmore created by June Mcleod. Available digitally online through Apple Music or Amazon music.
June and Jeff collaborated to produce the beautiful CD.
with the same title as her best selling book, Colours of the Soul . Recorded in London for the highest quality.
With the music coloured ,It is a jewel for the soul. and as it plays through works on every level for the listener, A colour healing tool that works.
Much success has been achieved to relieve stress, support mental health, physical health and well being.
Children suffering with autism, fears, anxieties and nervous tension have been calmed and tensions eased with its use .
Highly stressed adults benefit from its use.
Pregnant Mothers report of the benefits gained through its use during quiet and relaxation episodes.
Research is ongoing, but thus far the CD has had long standing positive impact in many areas and with all ages .
You can use it by either just snuggling down in a quiet warm space and listening to the CD, and when you feel ready, to partake in one or more of the exercises, over time you will find that you have followed all of the exercises.
If you listen to it regularly and carry out the short but powerful exercises, the full content will support your healing and wellbeing first and foremost, your intuition, will increase, expand your spiritual development, your creative work and practice
Colour Psychology is powerful, it can alter a space, enhance a particular mood and excite the senses. Purchasing choices are made in seconds driven by colour.
The correct colour palette will support self development and wellbeing in the individual, create a sanctuary and harmony in the home and at the work place and drive sales, expansion,productivity and success in business.
'Her complete mastery of her subject, skill, down-to-earth approach and sense of humour make learning about the importance of colour a life-affirming process' J.F.
'A gifted intuitive, a forward thinking innovator and a lovely person. A winning combination' R.M.
'Sometimes we are blessed at pivotal points in life by meeting one of those very special people who will make a real and deep difference to the course of our lives. Some 20 yrs ago it was my great good fortune to find my way to June, one of those rare and wonderful people , and to benefit from her powerful gifts. Giving most generously of her wisdom and insight, she has been an inspiration to so many of us, enabling access to levels of learning and understanding that may have remained closed. June is a true innovator, and there is a great need for wider access to her wisdom and knowledge' M.K.
'I found I could say things with colours that I could'nt say in any other way - things that I had no words for' Georgia O'Keefe.
Colour Therapy or Colour Psychology, or Colour Stylist/Analyst what is the difference?
There seems such a muddle out there, I shall try to simplify the differences between them.
What are they? What do they do? How can they help me?
None cross over as they offer quite different abilities, the only common thread being colour itself.
Going by the number of journalists seeking advice, they have no idea either! So hopefully this should clear up the mystery for all.
QUICK OVER VIEW
Colour Stylist/Analyst
Advise on colours to wear, make up to use. This being their sole role.
Colour Therapist
Personal one to one healing, the colour therapist uses silks in various colours, sometimes lights and crystals, for colour healing purposes only.
Colour Psychology
In the main used for business and corporate use.
COLOUR THERAPY
A complementary healing therapy, used on a one to one basis for healing purposes.
Colour Therapy is used solely for personal healing. Trained therapists give one to one healing to clients in a therapeutic manner. This is the exclusive use of colour therapy.
It works on the principle that we are in need of light and colour to stay balanced and in good health. Natural daylight contains all the colours of the spectrum that our energy centres need in order to stay well physically, emotionally, mentally and some say spiritually.
COLOUR PSYCHOLOGY
Is for business purposes, defining the correct colour choices that are fit for purpose, for marketing, products, design, Interior design, architecture, textiles , fashion, environments, work places , furniture, lighting etc etc
COLOUR STYLIST/Analyst
Confined to choosing the right colours to suit their clients complexion in clothing and make up.
TRAINING
Colour Stylist - currently one week to a fortnight maximum
Online courses available
Colour Therapist - 6 modules of 2 days each over 6 months to one year
online courses available
Colour Psychologist - 2 to 3 years study followed by further under study training on the job until proficiency is achieved, as colour psychology is a huge subject and very complex.
How to help yourself with colour to support health
It is essential we spend at least an hour a day preferably in sun light whatever the weather. We absorb light and the coloured rays through our eyes and skin. So when you are walking or sitting outdoors, expose your skin,roll your sleeves up if weather permits.
Our busy lifestyles today mean we spend long hours working and living indoors. Use your time wisely, at lunch time step outside for a brisk walk in the fresh air and daylight. In summer kick off your shoes and walk barefoot on the grass. Re connect with Mother Earth, nature is the most healing place for all.
The power of colour and its positive influence on our health and lives cannot be underestimated. 'I stand in awe at the simplicity yet transformational ability of colour'. June McLeod. An incredible tool is at our finger tips.
One of June's best selling books Colours of the Soul, and the Colours of the Soul CD will give solid grounding in the healing uses of colour for mental and physical health and wellbeing coupled with many interactive colour practicals and colour divining tools for health and well-being.
"Every now and then we come across a word, a phrase, a poem or a book that makes a deep and lasting impression on our lives. Colours of the Soul is one of those books. You can read it from cover to cover or just dive in for pearls of wisdom whenever you feel the need' Chrissy Wright. AOR.
Colours of the Soul is a colour therapy classic. In print since 2000 by popular demand. It is the best selling colour therapy book of its time.A must have for all colour therapy enthusiasts and colour therapy students.
Her latest book, Colour Psychology Today is brimming with even more colour information, exercises and offers new and exciting ways to look at colour.
Another best seller. It is unlike any other colour psychology book available. The book discloses unique knowledge on how colour psychology impacts on self development, the individual and the business world, borne out of June's extensive work as a colour consultant, trends forecaster and motivational trainer that spans more than 35 years.
June is colour and colour is her passion.
'I have witnessed and experienced the positive results and benefits of her work. June's ability, professionalism and eye for colour and design is exceptional. Not only has she helped my business and my staff over the years, she continues to support me on a personal level with integrity and grace' A.Cohen.