Discover the basic Language of Color Theory

For Beginners and Beyond

Measure and See Color in Three Dimensions: In order to understand color, we must first understand a little about the history of color and why it is important to be able to describe color. When we are able to describe a flower, or fabric with the correct and standard language of color, it is easier to communicate with other artists and teachers. It is also easier to visualize a formula which helps us mix color easier. By understanding the properties of color, we can zone in on specific attributes which allow us to correct our color mixes with quick and simple adjustments. Learning about the color family, the lightness or darkness of a color and the brilliance or dullness of a color is an important tool for the new artist and the best way to build artistic confidence!

Benefits: This color theory tutorial is great for the artist who wants to learn about the fundamentals of color. This class includes simple color mixing and a few exercises to get you started.

Making your own color mixing charts will become a fun and informative study for the study of color in future. Get started now and experience color history and color theory.

Learning outcomes:

Overview and History of Munsell
- New Color reference chart - pigments, color name, hue, value, chroma, opacity, and
temperature
- Numerical standard of measure for color and its orderly use.
- Introduction to the three dimensions of color - Hue, Value, Intensity
- Pigment Wheel - Pigment location on the wheel
- Measure and see color in 3D
- Keys to mixing color
- Using the pigment wheel to learn mixing and how the results are found.

*Self paced for self study - 90 days for completion

This class is offered at the Traditions Online Art School