Sunday, March 12, 2017

Research: Introduction to Color Theory. Please read before Wed, March 15th

You have three readings to do for class on Wed., March 15th. They are all available on this website


Reading 1- Intro to Color Theory

Please start by reading the prologue. It's a great resource for understanding color theory and it's development. Don't worry if you don't understand it all- there is a lot of information here. Also, you can listen to the writer reading it in the video below



Reading 2- The Dimensions of Color

Read the section titled, The Dimensions of ColorWe will use the terminology presented in the reading to discuss the three attributes of color. These attributes are applied to both additive and subtractive color. The author uses the terms Colors of Objects (ex. paint or ink), and Colors of Lights (ex. a computer screen). The three Dimensions of color are: 

1. Hue
2. Chroma/Saturation
3. Value/Brightness




Reading 3- Paint Mixing Principles

The last reading for Wednesday will be the part on mixing paint. Please read the sections on whitegreyblack and hues. Again, don't worry about not understanding everything. Just be sure to understand the basic ideas. 

For Class on Wed, March 15th

Please bring your bristol board pads to class along with your gauche and painting supplies. We will be painting in class. 

Here is the gouache you should have purchased. I know it's expensive, so talk to me if you have issues. Maybe you can go in with another student to buy it. This should be the last material you will have to purchase. I will  continue to try and supply donated matte board and other materials for you. 

Other resources on Color Theory




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