"This book explores the history of our understanding of color from the ancient world to the present, from Aristotle to Albers. Interspersed in the historical story are thematic essays that explore how color has been used across a wide range of disciplines and fields: in belief, commerce, language, nature, food, wellness, printing, and music. Many of the illustrations are drawn from the Royal College of Art's renowned Colour Reference Library, which...

"Create the very best mixed media with 52 inspiring exercises!Strenthening your understanding and use of color will make your mixed-media art shine as you complete 52 labs that span painting, collage, drawing, assemblage and more.In Color Lab for Mixed Media Artists, color is explored through multiple lenses-nature, history, psychology, expression-as you work through 52 exciting and approachable projects that explore the infinite potential of the...

Text and photographs describe common things that are orange, including goldfish, pumpkins, and basketballs.

The Complete Color Harmony: Pantone Edition is the latest in Rockport Publishers' best-selling color series. Completely revised from start to finish this new edition, is written by Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. And the color "moods" that she writes about in each chapter are based and matched with Pantone colors. The book expands on previous editions for the most comprehensive color reference to date. This edition...

Text and photographs describe common things that are red, including apples, red licorice, and stop signs.

Text and photographs describe common things that are yellow, including mustard, pencils, and lemonade.

The Color Connection: How Color Shapes Our Inner Worlds Have you ever wondered about the profound impact that color has on our emotions and well-being? Are you seeking a guide that unveils the secrets of how color influences our inner worlds and empowers you to harness its transformative power? Consider these questions: How can I understand and leverage the power of color to positively impact my emotions and inner well-being?What steps can I take...

Explains why leaves change color in the fall, discussing photosynthesis, chlorophyll, leaf pigments, and which trees turn which colors.

A little girl who is obsessed with the color pink eats so many pink cupcakes that she turns pink.

Red's factory-applied label clearly says that he is red, but despite the best efforts of his teacher, fellow crayons and art supplies, and family members, he cannot seem to do anything right until a new friend offers a fresh perspective.