Color Theory (Artist's Library): An essential guide to color-from basic principles to practical applications...

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Patti Mollica

Color Theory (Artist's Library)

An essential guide to color-from basic principles to practical applications

Patti Mollica

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English

Walter Foster Publishing
01 January 2013

Art & Architecture; Art techniques & principles; Painting & art manuals

Series: Artist's Library

Color Theory features everything an artist might need to know about colour, including colour psychology, pigment characteristics and terms, colour schemes, colour mixing, shadows, highlights, and much more. Regardless of your medium, a solid understanding of colour and its applications is essential. With a fresh, contemporary take on the subject of colour, this essential guide features step-by-step projects and practical tips and techniques to put colour knowledge to effective use.

By: Patti Mollica
Imprint: Walter Foster Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 166mm, Width: 242mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 218g
ISBN: 9781600583025
ISBN 10: 1600583024
Series: Artist's Library
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 01 January 2013
Recommended Age: From 0 to 0 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction Getting Started Section 1: The History of Color Color & Art History What is Color? Section 2: Color Basics The Color Wheel Hue, Saturation & Value Color & Value Color Temperature Color Relativity Color Schemes Section 3: Pigments & Paints Mineral vs. Modern Pigments Pigment Properties Color Mixing Section 4: Communicating with Color Painting Light & Shadow Color & Mood Color & Painting Styles Color & Composition Section 5: Color in Action Personal Approaches to Color Closing Words

Patti Mollica has been a professional illustrator and fine artist since 1982, represented by Morgan Gaynin, Inc. She has been commissioned by American Express, Sheraton Hotels, CBS, RCA Records, and many others. Her artwork is known for its fearless use of color and uninhibited brushwork. She delights in painting the world around her in a bold, decisive style, with intense, brilliant, and contemporary hues.