Color

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Color (an element of visual art and design) is the aspect of any object that may be described in terms of hue, (the name of the color) value (how light or dark it is), and saturation (intensity: how bright or dull it is).   In physics, color is associated specifically with electromagnetic radiation of a certain range of wavelengths visible to the human eye.   Radiation of such wavelengths constitutes that portion of the electromagnetic spectrum known as the visible spectrum i.e. light... —Encyclopedia Britannica Logo Encyclopedia Britannica

Intro

  • Color Defined in Physics & Visual Art & Design

Inspirations

  • Color Liquids and Engineering in Motion

History

  • Newton's Discovery, Color Models & More

Science

  • Light, Reflection, Refraction & Absorption

Color Vision

  • Cytology & Human Visual Processing

Models

  • Additive RGB, Subractive RYB & CMYK

Color Theory

  • Graphic Design, Fine Art, Schemes & Resources

Psychology

  • Meanings, Symbolism & Cultural Associations

Media

  • Color Products, Tips, Techniques & More

Color Inspirations
Motion

Kingdom of Colours – Colorful Liquids in Motion (2:16)

After his latest experimental video simply called "Colors", French director Thomas Blanchard has teamed up with artist Oilhack to create Kingdom of Colours. The video is a successful continuation of Thomas Blanchard's experimental work with colorful liquids in motion. Using paint, oil, and soap, the two directors have create this kind of surreal and psychedelic film.  │  We and The Color


Motion & Form

The Art of Form: A Unique Stage for a Unique Performance (2:58)

The Ferrari California T is on of the latest models from the California lineage.   Originating in the 1950s, its name represents performance, design, versatility and freedom.   Join us in the State of the Art as we explore the California T through the eyes of an artist and innovation leaders. —Ferrari USA

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Color
in Graphic Design

Beginning Graphic Design: Color Theory ~6.3m  │  This video includes information on:   • Hue, saturation, and value   • Creating monochromatic, analogous, and other color schemes   • Avoiding common color mistakes   • Choosing the right color   • Finding inspiration  │  Goodwill Community Foundation


Color
in Fine Art
Strategy & Design Tools

Color Strategy in Art  ~16m

Color is a critical part of art and is one of the primary methods of conveying emotion in a painting. In this video, artist Jill Poyerd guides viewers through some of the basics of color theory and then demonstrates how Masters may have used that information to plan their color strategies throughout history. —Jill Poyerd Fine Art

Vue Fine Art & Design Youtube Cover & Detail of Lyons Cathedral in France

Resources
Linked Info, Audio, Visual +

Below, is a small sample of information links coordinated with video playlists.   Each link and video thumbnail takes you to the category on the Resource page.   Once there, activate the links.   Resources

Creative Commons Public Domain
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Google Arts and Culture Pocket Gallery
The Art of Color