Color theory and color science

This manual explores various perspectives on the nature of color and the history of its study from Plato to the 20th century. The reader is invited to familiarize themselves with the physiology of color perception, its psychological characteristics, symbolism, and its impact on humans. The manual includes statements from well-known artists on this subject. Serious attention is paid to defining the main characteristics of color, their relationship with the main principles of composition, defining color schemes, and examples of tasks completed by students of the Faculty of Graphic Arts at the Russian State Pedagogical University. Such an understanding of the nature of color, the physiology of perception, and the laws of creating color compositions is necessary for both novice and experienced artists for a conscious approach to creating future creative works. The manual is designed for students of artistic-graphic and artistic-industrial specialties and faculties, students of art schools, artists (including beginners), and all those who are passionate about art. 5th edition, revised and expanded.