Color and How to Use It (Artist's Library series #05)

William F. Powell

ISBN 10: 0929261054 / ISBN 13: 9780929261058

Published by Walter Foster Publishing, 1984

Cover may have light wear, pages in very good condition and binding is sturdy; may have other light shelf wear or creases. May have notes or highlighting. Seller Inventory # EVV.0929261054.VG

Synopsis:

From the most delicate pastel tint to the boldest bright hue, colour is a vitally important tool to you as an artist. Whether your preferred medium is acrylic, oil, or watercolour, a strong understanding of colour and its applications is essential. includes in-depth information on colour theory, important properties of colour and light, and the fundamentals of colour mixing. This comprehensive guide will teach you what colour is, how it works, and how to make it work for you in your paintings.

About the Author: William F. Powell was an internationally recognized artist and one of America’s foremost colorists. A native of Huntington, West Virginia, Bill studied at the Art Student’s Career School in New York; Harrow Technical College in Harrow, England; and the Louvre Free School of Art in Paris, France. He was professionally involved in fine art, commercial art, and technical illustrations for more than 45 years. His experience as an art instructor included oil, watercolor, acrylic, colored pencil, and pastel—with subjects ranging from landscapes to portraits and wildlife. He also authored a number of art instruction books, including several popular Walter Foster titles. As a renowned master of color, Bill conducted numerous “Color Mixing and Theory” workshops throughout the US. His expertise in color theory also led him to author and illustrate several articles and an educational series of 11 articles entitled “Color in Perspective” for a national art magazine. Additionally, he performed as an art consultant for national space programs and for several artist’s paint manufacturers. Bill’s work included the creation of background sets for films, model making, animated cartoons, and films for computer mockup programs. He produced instructional painting, color mixing, and drawing art videos.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Color and How to Use It (Artist's Library ...
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
Publication Date: 1984
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: very_good