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Exploring Color

by Nita Leland
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Synopsis

Color provides artists with an infinite spectrum of expression, yet its elusive principles are difficult to understand and control. In this visual guide Nita Leland takes artists on a journey through color in five complete demonstrations and 83 exercises, thoroughly examining:
-- the history, science and theory of color
-- how to use the "split color-mixing system" for creating clean, vibrant colors everytime
-- the distinctive harmonies, advantages and limitations of color through six different primary color combinations
-- techniques for controlling color, such as glazing, shadowing, toned supports and more.

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Book Details

Published
September 1, 1998
Publisher
F+W Media, Inc.
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780891348467

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