VA 2045 - Intro to Color

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Visual Arts

Description:

This class is for those who were always afraid of color and mystified on how color combinations work. The course will be a studio class using paint and paper working through a series of projects exploring: color theory and terminology, how it is applied to practical situations; the difference between subtractive systems as seen in the chemical world of paint and the additive system as demonstrated in electronic media and te callibration of computer monitors and color systems such s RGB, CYMK, etc. A demonstration in the electronic media lab will cover this aspect; how Harmonic- complementary and discordant uses of color are used in nature;after images and Optical mixes of color;camouflage and how it works in nature and design;color in relation to 3 dimensional form and more. Student will purchase supplies which will cost approximately $100 to $150. Offered every semester. Prerequisites: None

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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