VA 2045 - Introduction to Color

Credits: 4

This class is for those who were always afraid of color and mystified on how color combinations work. The course will be a studio class using paint and paper working through a series of projects exploring: color theory and terminology, how it is applied to practical situations; the difference between subtractive systems as seen in the chemical world of paint and the additive system as demonstrated in electronic media and the calibration of computer monitors and color systems such as RGB, CYMK, etc. How harmonic-complementary and discordant uses of color are used in nature; after images and optical mixes of color; camouflage and how it works in nature and design; color in relation to 3-dimentional form and more will be addressed. Satisfies Liberal Education Curriculum requirement.

Prerequisites
ECI