While Easter is a joyful time of year, its colors are often used to create festive decorations and activities. Whether you are planning an Easter egg hunt, an egg-decorating party, or a church service, there are many props and ideas that you can use to incorporate Easter colors into your event.
In this article, we shall discuss what are easter colors, some easter color props for your decorations and photography and backdrops with an easter color palette.
What are Easter Colors?
Easter colors are the vibrant and cheerful colors traditionally associated with the Easter holiday. As it is well known, these colors are liturgical and represent the joy found in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who is the central figure of Christianity.
There are seven easter colors, each having a different meaning and are often used together to create a festive atmosphere. These colors are:
- Green
- Purple
- White
- Pink
- Gold
- Black
- Red
1. Green
Photo by KMNPhoto on shutterstock
Green is the color of life and growth, representing the rebirth and everlasting life that Jesus brought to the world. It symbolizes peace, balance, harmony, and the promise of eternal life. Green is also a symbol of spring and its new beginnings.
2. Purple
Photo by Firn on shutterstock
Purple is the color associated with lent, a period of reflection, prayer, and fasting that led to Easter, the ceremony for Jesus' resurrection. Symbolizing royalty and power, purple is often used to represent the coming of a new life.
3. White
Photo by Juliya Shangarey on shutterstock
White represents purity and innocence, symbolizing the innocence of Jesus and the light of a new life. During the easter holiday, white lilies are often placed in churches to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and show his purity.
4. Pink
Photo by kobeza on shutterstock
Pink is the color of joy and is often used to represent the joy of the resurrection and the hope of a new life. Pink is a reminder of the joy that comes with believing in Jesus and the promise of everlasting life.
5. Gold
Photo by Cherry b l o s s o m on shutterstock
Gold symbolizes the glory and power of Jesus and is associated with the power that Jesus has over death. Gold is often used to represent the glory and power of Jesus and his victory over death. It is used together with white to represent a bright new beginning.
6. Black
Photo by PV productions on shutterstock
Black represents darkness and death and is often used to represent the darkness and death that Jesus overcame. It is a reminder of the sorrow and suffering that Jesus endured and his victory over death.
7. Red
Photo by Svetlana Lukienko on shutterstock
Red is the color of blood and is often used to represent the sacrifice Jesus made for us. It reminds us of the love and mercy Jesus has for us and the promise of life everlasting.
Easter Color Props for Your Decorations and Photography
To incorporate Easter colors into your decorations and photography, there are many props and ideas that you can use. Some of these props include:
8. Easter Eggs
Photo by natalia bulatova on shutterstock
You can use colored Easter eggs to create a festive atmosphere or decorate your photography. All you need to do is purchase white colored plastic eggs, use acrylic paint or markers to decorate them with the Easter colors and arrange them in an interesting sequence around your subject to make a fun and festive atmosphere.
You can also ask your subject to arrange these eggs and take shots during the process to show how people are preparing for Easter.
9. Easter Baskets
Photo by Євгенія Височина on Unsplash
You can use Easter baskets to create a fun and festive atmosphere and to decorate your photos. You can use baskets of different sizes, colors, and shapes and fill them with Easter-themed items such as colored eggs, Easter grass, and other Easter decorations.
10. Flower Crowns
Photo by zibik on Unsplash
Flower crowns can be used to add a festive touch to your photos. You can purchase or make flower crowns using the Easter colors and then place them on your subjects to create a beautiful and festive atmosphere.
Moreover, ensure you take shots of your subject in an area with lots of greenery as the Easter colors will stand out in the lush environment.
11. Garlands
Photo by Roger Bradshaw on Unsplash
Garlands are a great way to incorporate Easter colors into your decorations. You can make garlands using the Easter colors or purchase garlands that are already made.
Hang them around your home or venue or use them as a photo backdrop to create a beautiful and festive atmosphere.
12. Balloons
Kate Easter Colorful Balloons Door Backdrop Designed by Emetselch
Balloons are a great way to add a festive touch to your decorations and photos. You can use balloons in various shapes and sizes, fill them with helium, and then paint them with Easter colors. Ask your subject to play with them or hold them close to create a festive atmosphere.
13. Tablecloths
Photo by Abrym on shutterstock
Tablecloths are a great way to incorporate Easter colors into your decorations. They come in various colors and patterns, so you can easily find one with Easter colors. Ask your subject to lean on a table covered with the tablecloth to create a beautiful and festive atmosphere.
Backdrops with Easter Color Palette
Using an Easter backdrop is a great way to incorporate Easter colors into your festival creation easily. While there are many options available, some of the most popular include the following:
14. Floral Barn Door Backdrop
Kate Spring/Easter Neutral Bunnies Backdrop Designed by Megan Leigh Photography
This backdrop features a bright and cheerful floral design with a white barn door decorated with various colorful flowers in Easter colors. The flowers are arranged in an eye-catching pattern that adds an extra layer of visual interest to the design.
Have the subjects sit in front of the backdrop in a way that they do not obstruct the floral design.
15. White Easter Bunny Egg Stand Backdrop
Kate White Easter Bunny Egg Stand Backdrop Designed by Emetselch
White color is the classic color of Easter and can be used to create a backdrop that will stand out. This backdrop features a white Easter bunny egg stand with a variety of colorful Easter eggs arranged around it.
Have the subjects stand in front of the backdrop to make the design stand out, and use props such as a basket of eggs or a stuffed animal to bring the design together.
16. Carrot Patch Easter Color Palette Backdrop
Kate Carrot Patch Easter Backdrop Designed by Megan Leigh Photography
This unique backdrop features a bright and cheerful carrot patch with colorful carrots in Easter colors that are arranged in an eye-catching pattern. It will help if subjects pose in a way that both the carrots and the subjects are highlighted.
17. Easter Egg Tree Backdrop
Kate Easter Egg Trees and Bunnies Backdrop Designed By Mandy Ringe Photography
This backdrop features a giant Easter egg tree with a variety of colorful Easter eggs in Easter colors. It is a great backdrop for a family portrait and can be easily styled with props, such as a basket of eggs, a stuffed animal, and a banner for an extra layer of interest.
18. Barn Door Easter Colorful Egg Cake Smash Backdrop
This backdrop is perfect for a cake smash session. It features a white barn door with colorful Easter eggs around it and a cake in the center. The bright colors of the eggs make this a great backdrop for capturing memorable photos of your little one.
19. Rustic Easter Color Palette Backdrop
Photo by PhotoJuli86 on shutterstock
As the name suggests, this backdrop features a rustic design with a variety of colorful Easter eggs arranged around it. The rustic background and the colors of the eggs create a unique and eye-catching design that is perfect for a family photo.
Conclusion
Easter is a special and joyous time of year, and incorporating Easter colors into your festival creation is a great way to create a festive atmosphere. Many options are available if you are looking for props or ideas to use Easter colors for your decorations, photography, or backdrops.
With the above props and ideas, you can easily incorporate Easter colors into your festival creation and create a memorable event.
If you like this article, please share it! Be sure to join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Katebackdrops/. to share your ideas! You can also receive free articles, updates as well as discounts information from https://www.katebackdrop.com/ and our FB Group.