Excerpt from The Principles of Colouring in Painting
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the art of color, specifically as it applies to painting. The author takes a scientific approach, exploring the principles of color harmony and contrast, and their impact on the perception of color in visual art. The author draws upon the meticulous research of the chemist, M. Chevreul, whose groundbreaking work on color theory challenged conventional assumptions about the nature of color perception. The text examines the physiological workings of the eye, and how its inherent structure influences the way we see color. The author explores the different types of color contrast, including simultaneous, successive, and mixed contrast, and their effects on the visual experience. These insights are presented with a clear understanding of the painter's craft, outlining how artists can manipulate these principles to achieve desired effects. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the influence of light on color, analyzing how different light sources and their intensities impact the appearance of colored objects. It provides practical guidance for painters, demonstrating how to reproduce these subtle variations in their artwork, thereby achieving a more accurate and evocative representation of the natural world. The author's comprehensive approach makes this book a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of color theory and its application to the art of painting. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330616857_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330616857
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330616857
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