Calculative modeling for quantified semantics‐color mapping

Abstract There is abundant research indicating the existence of a stable mechanism of correspondence between semantic units and color. Researchers usually refer to it as synesthesia . This mechanism inspired the creation of a cross‐media mapping model (between semantics and color) to execute semantics‐color interaction and design, and a method to generate corresponding color combinations by semantic imagery. In this project, a semantics‐color mapping model was constructed based on user‐evaluated parameters of color relations and semantic dimensions. The model consists of six semantic dimensions corresponding to six multicolor relation scales. An attempt was also made to provide a synesthetic color combination corresponding to a user's semantic expectation. This method paved a path toward restoring semantics‐color synesthesia and generating color combinations by semantic control. The synesthetic mapping model will affect color perception and expression as well. The cross‐media mapping model can be applied not only in semantic‐driven color design but also in cross‐media interaction, cognitive and expressive aid, and other artistic fields.