Colour Design | Theories and Applications

Janet Best

ISBN 10: 0081016484 / ISBN 13: 9780081016480

Published by Woodhead Publishing, 2016

Colour Design | Theories and Applications | Janet Best | Taschenbuch | Einband - flex.(Paperback) | Englisch | 2016 | Woodhead Publishing | EAN 9780081016480 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, 49078 Osnabrück, mail[at]preigu[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu. Seller Inventory # 126704593

Synopsis:

Given its importance in analysing and influencing the world around us, an understanding of colour is a vital tool in any design process. Colour design provides a comprehensive review of the issues surrounding the use of colour, from the fundamental principles of what colour is to its important applications across a vast range of industries.Part one covers the main principles and theories of colour, focusing on the human visual system and the psychology of colour perception. Part two goes on to review colour measurement and description, including consideration of international standards, approval methods for textiles and lithographic printing, and colour communication issues. Forecasting colour trends and methods for design enhancement are then discussed in part three along with the history of colour theory, dyes and pigments, and an overview of dye and print techniques. Finally, part four considers the use of colour across a range of specific applications, from fashion, art and interiors, to food and website design.With its distinguished editor and international team of contributors, Colour design is an invaluable reference tool for all those researching or working with colour and design in any capacity.

• Provides a comprehensive review of the issues surrounding the use of colour in textiles
• Discusses the application of colour across a vast range of industries
• Chapters cover the theories, measurement and description of colour, forecasting colour trends and methods for design enhancement

About the Author: Janet Best is internationally recognised as an expert in global textile colour management. Her work with inspirational designers and leading edge colour technology providers in fashion retail has developed the foundation for a vast international network of colour specialists including artists, designers, architects, colour chemists, scientists, psychologists and educators. Janet’s knowledge and passion for colour allows her to work seamlessly with a wide range of industries and professionals creating many successful entrepreneurial collaborations. Janet’s work is a clear demonstration that ‘colour has no boundaries’ and ‘every business is in the colour business’.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Colour Design | Theories and Applications
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Taschenbuch
Condition: Neu