Special Subjects: Basic Color Theory: An Introduction to Color for Beginning Artists (How to Draw & Paint)

Name: Special Subjects: Basic Color Theory: An Introduction to Color for Beginning Artists (How to Draw & Paint)
Price: 9.7 USD
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Rating: 4.7 (428 reviews)
Author: Walter Foster Creative Team

by Walter Foster Creative Team

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4.7 (428)

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Perfect for you if...

You're picking up a paintbrush or pencil for the first time and need a clear system for choosing colours that actually harmonise.
You've been drawing for a while but your work feels flat or muddy, and you suspect it's a colour problem you can't quite name.
You want practical, repeatable techniques you can apply immediately to your next project instead of vague artistic advice.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for an advanced deep dive into colour theory with rigorous scientific explanations and historical context.
You prefer learning entirely through video tutorials or live instruction rather than written guides with diagrams.
You're already confident with colour mixing and understand complementary schemes instinctively.

About this book

This guide teaches beginning artists how to use color effectively. It covers the color wheel and explains complementary, primary, secondary, and tertiary colors; hue, saturation, and value; color mood, temperature, and schemes; and how to create a color chart. Each concept is presented in clear language with step-by-step tutorials and techniques for basic color mixing in different mediums. Designed for new artists and hobbyists, the book demonstrates how to create color and value charts, apply basic color mixing techniques, and understand color relationships. It introduces basic tools and materials alongside simple lessons for various projects suitable for aspiring artists.

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Currently 4.7★ from 428 reviews

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