CONTEMPORARY COLOR is back with a beautifully produced and lavishly illustrated second edition! Combining a solid grounding in traditional color theory and a thorough exploration of effective color use in digital applications and 3D design work, this introduction to contemporary color text is a must have for all art students. Written by a leading design educator and artist whose work is widely exhibited, this text features a balanced examination of essential theory and its practical application using today’s cutting-edge technology. Contemporary Color, second edition covers a wide range of topics including all the basics on color theory, while also examining the latest on digital color, 3D design, and variations in color across nations and cultures. To complement this inclusive content, the text features thought-provoking discussions of the psychological impact of color, the future of color, creativity, and best practices for students and working artists. A vast collection of vivid images, drawn from both classical and contemporary artists, rounds out the text with powerful examples to illustrate applied color theory in all of its dazzling diversity.
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John Cicak –
I understand this is a textbook for art students; and for that purpose its a good beginning book. As a retired physicist I understand the physics of light. However, this book helped me understandable color theory applied to my hobby using Adobe PhotoShop. It was well worth the full price of the book.
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Marcia E –
This book was required reading for a college class. I am sure there’s a lot to learn. Will be a process.
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MARGARET LUSZCZ –
For those who want to understand color theory. Bought new and no complaints so far! the price was a little high for a nonrequired volume, but it will be worth it
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M.Rms. –
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olivialinn –
The book is awesome! Perfect for someone studying art and very useful. The Amazone experience was good as well; the book came relatively fast in the mail and was in perfect condition, so overall a worthy purchase!
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cait –
Bought this for a digital color theory class and it did the job. Was required reading for the course. Thought it could have been better. There’s a lot of reinforcement of the same concepts (Expected. Most textbooks have a few points they need to keep driving home, for good or for ill.). Lots of fluff though, almost to the point of filler. Thought it would be better use of space (and my money) to expand further on some of the theories than to fill up pages saying the same thing multiple ways before arriving at the point. Four stars for having it in kindle format. Love e-textbooks. The search feature allows you to cut through most of the fluffy bits and extract the necessary info.
John Cicak –
I understand this is a textbook for art students; and for that purpose its a good beginning book. As a retired physicist I understand the physics of light. However, this book helped me understandable color theory applied to my hobby using Adobe PhotoShop. It was well worth the full price of the book.
Marcia E –
This book was required reading for a college class. I am sure there’s a lot to learn. Will be a process.
MARGARET LUSZCZ –
For those who want to understand color theory. Bought new and no complaints so far! the price was a little high for a nonrequired volume, but it will be worth it
M.Rms. –
Fair
olivialinn –
The book is awesome! Perfect for someone studying art and very useful. The Amazone experience was good as well; the book came relatively fast in the mail and was in perfect condition, so overall a worthy purchase!
Zurik –
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cait –
Bought this for a digital color theory class and it did the job. Was required reading for the course. Thought it could have been better. There’s a lot of reinforcement of the same concepts (Expected. Most textbooks have a few points they need to keep driving home, for good or for ill.). Lots of fluff though, almost to the point of filler. Thought it would be better use of space (and my money) to expand further on some of the theories than to fill up pages saying the same thing multiple ways before arriving at the point. Four stars for having it in kindle format. Love e-textbooks. The search feature allows you to cut through most of the fluffy bits and extract the necessary info.
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Great price and condition.