Color : An Introduction to Practice and Principles

Color : An Introduction to Practice and Principles

Editorial Reviews Book Description At last, here is a scientifically correct introduction to the fundamentals of color, without mathematics or heavy jargon. Much broader in scope than other general texts on the subject, Color spans the full spectrum of science, technology, and art to produce a truly comprehensive picture of this fascinating subject. You will find:

• Solid explanations of key technical concepts concerning light, human vision, and color perception
• Broad coverage of color order systems and color measurement—NCS, Munsell, OSA-UCS, Colorcurve, CIE systems, and more
• A straightforward examination of color reproduction technologies and techniques, color fidelity, colorant formulation, and other issues
• A concise historical review of the development of color and color theory in art, including harmony of color
• A carefully selected combination of color plates, figures, and diagrams, plus an extensive glossary of specialized terms

Well organized and clearly written, Color is the ideal basic resource for color technologists, artists, designers, students, and general readers. Download Description Provides a solid foundation to the fundamentals of color science, this new edition contains thorough explanations of key technical concepts concerning light, human vision, and color perception phenomena, provides broad coverage of color order systems, examines color reproduction technologies and techniques, and offers a historical review of the development of color theory and art. * Provides a concise, non-mathematical introduction to color science and technology, in an easy-to-read, conversational style * Thoroughly revised from the first edition * Includes a glossary of important terms --This text refers to the Digital edition. Color : An Introduction to Practice and Principles

Color : An Introduction to Practice and Principles,Rolf G. Kuehni,Wiley,0471145661,Art,Art & Art Instruction,Color,Color In Art Media,Color Theory,Color in art,Engineering - General,Optics,Science/Mathematics,Art techniques & materials,Chemical physics,Optics (light),Pigments, dyestuffs & paint technology,Technology / Optics

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