Table of Contents

Part I: Color Foundations
Chapter 1: What is Color?
Chapter 2: Color Systems and Color Wheels
Chapter 3: Color Theorists
Chapter 4: Coloring Agents
Chapter 5: Digital Color Media and Technology

Part II Dimensions of Color
Chapter 6: The Dimension of Hue
Chapter 7: The Dimension of Value
Chapter 8: The Dimension of Intensity
Chapter 9: The Dimension of Temperature

Part III: Color in Compositions
Chapter 10: Color and the Principles of Design
Chapter 11: Color and Elements of Design
Chapter 12: Color Interactions
Chapter 13: Color and the Effects of Illumination

Part IV: The Influence of Color
Chapter 14: Color Symbolism
Chapter 15: Putting Color to Use— Past, Present, and Future
Appendices
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
Credits

Promotional Information

Color Studies is a complete introduction to color theory and application for students in a broad range of design disciplines.

Promotional Information

Color Studies is a complete introduction to color theory and application for students in a broad range of design disciplines.

About the Author

Edith Anderson Feisner is a Visiting Specialist / Assistant Chair (Retired) in the School of Fine Arts at Montclair State University, USA. She has taught courses in color, design, and introduction to visual arts. She has held many positions in the Embroiderers' Guild of America including certified teacher, teacher certification board, as well as the author of the master craftsman programs in color and design. Her fine art works are in both public and private collections.

Ron Reed is an Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for Interior Design in the School of Family and Consumer Sciences at Texas State University--San Marcos, USA. Reed served as the IDEC Southwest Regional Chair between 2011-2012.

Reviews

Finally a book on colour that is written with designers in mind, not just artists - highly comprehensive.
*Valerie Mace, London College of Communication, UK*

Good publication - wide range of colour applications and topics covered. Informative and knowledgeable about colour - recommended.
*Fiona Candy, University of Central Lancashire, UK*

I found this publication informative, visually pleasing and a useful discourse on not only the theory of colour but consideration of cultural value and interpretation. Easy to access and understand, I will certainly be recommending this to my students and as part of their recommended reading for their course.
*Patricia Woods, South Devon College, UK*

One of the best books I have seen on this subject.
*Julie Brown, University of Bolton, UK*