The Color Ritual is an interactive experience
which provides people an opportunity to connect with their emotions and intentions
through beading and beadwork.
REFLECTION + SELF-EXPRESSION
THE COLOR RITUAL BY BALEBE - Bahati Benjamin, M.A.
Due to its visual nature, color has an impact on our thoughts, moods and even our memories. From joy, calm, anger and sadness color can evoke deep responses and is known to play a role in psychology.
Much of what we know about color is in the context of decor, style and even consumer psychology but - color has an even deeper quality: reflection.
A cornerstone of emotional development, growth and healing - reflection allows individuals time to process emotion and discover new ideas.
Color supports this process by stimulating different parts of the brain - giving space for deeper understanding of the present moment or aspects of our past. The beauty of this is much of the processing occurs at the subconscious level which allows us to 'rewire' our brain so to speak.
Now here is where it gets interesting: For many people beading also provides a nervous system reset due to the focused and kinesthetic movements of stringing beads. The small intricate nature of seed beads specifically requires complete focus on the exact task at hand - allowing the brain a break from multi-tasking and over stimulation. Through our years of facilitating beading circles in all kinds of environments: schools, retreats, shelters - we noticed consistent responses to beading as a practice - namely calm, reflection and overall good vibes!
The Color Ritual by Balebe is an opportunity for individuals to tap deeper in to their emotions using color theory and beadwork and we are looking forward to what the experience will do for the world.
A COMMUNITY OF PRACTITIONERS
PICTURED ABOVE: Balebe Practitioner Training Color Set
Balebe focuses on symbolic choice offering multiple finishes in our 12 Color System. Each finish (luster, silver-lined, translucent, etc.) serves a different purpose during your beadwork journey.
Our Practitioners are equipped to facilitate beading circles in a multitude of environments guiding the process and offering experienced instruction.
Color Theory: Our Beaded Logo
Our beaded logo was developed in 2020 during our inaugural Phenomenal Woman beading event celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Maya Angelou. The colors gold, pink and purple represent wealth, feminine energy and royalty - all inspired by the life that Dr. Angelou led as a creative force.
Color Theory: Our Signature Logo
Our signature logo was developed in 2012 with white and light green representing new beginnings, growth, renewal and peace. Our brand is a champion of healing and creativity - aligning with the clean slate of white and growth energy of green.