Special Subjects: Basic Color Theory

Understanding how to effectively use color is the first step toward creating vibrant, meaningful artwork. A perfect resource for beginning artists, Basic Color Theory demonstrates the color wheel at work and covers all the essentials, including color relationships, mood, and temperature; hue, saturation, and value; and how to create an effective color scheme. Each concept is clearly explained in easy-to-comprehend language so artists can put their newfound knowledge to immediate use.