Background
I recently completed a project focused on a color palette inspired by one of my favorite video games, by thatgamecompany’s, called Journey. Known for its striking visuals, minimalist design, and evocative atmosphere, Journey immerses players in a world of diverse landscapes. This project explores potential new zones within the Journey universe, drawing inspiration from the game’s overall aesthetic and themes.
Emotional Experiece
Journey evokes a powerful emotional response, with each visual element carefully crafted to inspire wonder, solitude, and connection. My goal was to translate these qualities into a versatile color palette, envisioning potential new experiences within this established world.
Color is essential to the game’s narrative and immersive quality, and I sought to capture this emotional resonance in a unique palette. This involved developing AI-generated assets and illustrations that reflect the envisioned aesthetic and emotional tone.
Fire & Water
The palette emphasizes the symbolism of warmth and coolness, mirroring the contrasting environments and emotional states experienced during the journey. The chosen colors, representing these potential new areas, are:
- Dark Blue (#044078): Represents mystery and the unknown.
- Medium Blue (#538cc6): Reflects vast skies and ancient structures.
- Light Blue (#82e6f1): Captures a sense of tranquility.
- Warm Red (#e96252): Represents a sense of passion and perseverance.
- Soft Orange (#f2a582): Evokes the feeling of sun-baked sands.
Using AI to generate art in specific styles and colors to bring these new zones to life was a particularly enjoyable challenge. Developing these fantasy landscapes required careful prompting and experimentation, but witnessing their emergence was incredibly rewarding.
Reflections
Ultimately, this project aims to provide a resource that I can build upon in the future, inspiring designs that convey depth, emotion, and visual beauty, echoing the evocative nature of Journey while exploring new visual territory.
