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Language
English
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"Color theory and related color issues are taught in many design schools. The issues surrounding the use of color in a digital realm are of increasing importance. Understanding Color, Fourth Edition offers simple, plain-language explanations of the scientific basis of color perception, an overview of the leading theories of color and explanations of the seeming conflicts among them, and for each concept presented, examples of how theoretical information...
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Publisher
C&T Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Expand your color confidence with a comprehensive dictionary of color combinations! Color combinations are made simple with this helpful reference that includes endless numbers of color palettes for artists to perfect their color selection every time. Every color you want to experiment with, from the colors of the rainbow to pastels, neons, metallics, and more are included in inspirational mood boards and color recipes. Your "color recipes" show numerous...
Author
Publisher
Ten Speed Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"A bright, stylish, and practical guide to adding color to your life through home decor, fashion, art, and more to create joyful spaces that convey personal style, from the color enthusiast and DIY maven behind The Crafted Life"--
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Publisher
Rockport Publishers
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
"Playing with Color is a highly accessible, fun approach to learning color application and principles. This hands-on book begins with an introduction to the philosophy of learning through the process of play. It then leads to a series of experimental design projects with an emphasis on color, providing the reader with a "toolkit" of ideas and skills. The awareness and sensitivity to form, color, material and craft gained through these visual experiments...
Author
Publisher
Rockport Publishers
Language
English
Description
"This practical and comprehensive book offers a troubleshooting guide designers can turn to for answers about all aspects and every step of color use and management. This book begins with the basics of color theory and moves methodically through the design process, covering everything from choosing color combinations and executing management techniques to designing with color on the Web and printing with optimal results." "Including a useful color...
Author
Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
The Designer's Dictionary of Colour provides an in-depth look at 30 colours key to art and graphic design. Organized by spectrum, in colour-by-colour sections for easy navigation, this book documents each hue with charts showing colour range and palette variations.
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Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"25 colorful step-by-step projects"--Cover.
This hands-on guide includes a primer on the fundamentals of mosaic, with information on materials and three mosaic methods. Mosaic artist Mark Brody then walks you step-by-step through the creation of 25 decorative yet functional projects. From simple ideas like address signs, bird feeders, stepping stones to more complex projects like the jeweled frog, pagoda, orb fountain, Mosaic Garden Projects is packed...
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Publisher
Interweave Press
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
"Celebrated author Britt-Marie Christoffersson has studied color and texture in knitting for more than 25 years. Pop Knitting showcases her intensive work, demonstrating how minimal ingredients can be combined in seemingly endless ways to create striking, graphic knitted fabrics. Using a variety of innovative stitch manipulation techniques, this book explores how to construct highly textured fabrics and gorgeous knitted strandwork. You'll also learn...
11) Universal principles of color: 100 key concepts for understanding, analyzing, and working with color
Author
Series
Rockport universal volume 5
Publisher
Rockport Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"A comprehensive, cross-disciplinary overview of color, Universal Principles of Color presents 100 core concepts and guidelines that are critical to a successful use of color. Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, it pairs clear explanations of every topic with visual examples of it applied in theory and in practice. The book is organized alphabetically so that principles can be easily and quickly referenced. For those interested in addressing...
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Publisher
Lark Jewelry & Beading
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"Once beaders have mastered the basics and enjoyed bringing others' patterns to life, they're ready and eager to take the next step: creating their own original pieces. Here, finally, is their must-have guidebook to the fundamental principles of visual design. Focusing on jewelry, it helps beaders explore concepts such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, rhythm, volume, shape, pattern, texture, movement, drape, and color in their work. Exercises,...
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Publisher
Princeton Architectural Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"An innovative plant-based color guide that includes twenty-five palettes with five hundred natural color swatches, providing inspiration for sustainable fashion, textiles, fine art, floral design, food, medicine, gardening, interior design, and other creative disciplines"--
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Publisher
Peachpit Press
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"In this updated under-the-hood reference, authors Bruce Fraser, Chris Murphy, and Fred Bunting draw on their years of professional experience to show you everything you need to know about color management. Whether your final destination is print, Web, or film, this book takes the mystery out of achieving color fidelity, covering everything from color theory and color models to understanding how devices interpret and display color. You'll find expert...