num_pages: 168
description: The definitive book on color theory and practice for artists and designers Pay close attention to Hornung's advice and you will be able to tackle the assignments dotted throughout the book with a new confidence  not to mention taking control of the color in your own paintings too  Artists &amp; IllustratorsThis book is a treasure of great images and very practical and creative color assignments that are easily adapted to many media Susan Makov Weber State UniversityHornung writes with expertise on the subject of color. Well written explained and researched this is a gem for those who love color or who want to understand and use it Patrick Mooney The National College of Art and DesignThis excellent book is based on practical exercises that focus on relative experimentation with color in order to teach specific qualities and functions of color. It is clear direct and exciting Nicholas Ruth Hobart and William Smith CollegesA very accessible way for students to get to grips with the fundamentals of color theory and hue saturation harmony perception and digital color mixing David Tinn East Surrey CollegeIn David Hornung's book A Workshop for Artists and Designers  you will find all you need to know about color theory and its application. With its sequence of specially designed assignments and indepth discussions it effectively bridges the gap between color theory and practice to inspire confidence and understanding in anyone who works with color. This second edition has been carefully reviewed and revised throughout. Presented in a new larger format it includes muchenhanced sections on key color principles such as color perception visual structure materials and techniques psychological experience of color and color composition in digital formats. Generously illustrated  including allnew contemporary examples  this book provides a unique set of tools that makes the complex theory of color accessible and practical and is an invaluable resource for art students and professionals alike. This color and design book provides an extensive coverage on color theory and practice whether you're a beginner an amateur or a professional designer.
language: English
title: Color: A Workshop for Artists and Designers
publisher: Laurence King Publishing