ART 3411 - Color for Painters

Institution:

Pennsylvania Western University

Subject:

Art

Description:

This course will examine the theoretical and practical roles of color in painting. It will review pigments, their historical treatment and current development, and will examine the evolution of color models created to govern their usage. Through lab exercises students will examine how pigments are used to make paint and the methods used in its application. The color theory presented in lectures will be practically applied through a series of directed studio projects. The course will employ lectures, slide and powerpoint presentations, assigned readings, and hands-on projects and studio assignments to build color literacy for painters.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pennwest.edu/

Phone Number:

(724) 938-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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