Color Theory: Exploration & Application
The Teachings of Itten and Albers 1
A course by Richard Mehl , Designer
About the video: The Teachings of Itten and Albers 1
Overview
“In this lesson, you will be introduced to two of the most important instructors in the history of art and design education, Johannes Itten and Josef Albers. Both of these instructors wrote books about color theory that have been used extensively in art schools around the world. You will get to know these instructors and become familiar with the theory and corresponding color experiments described in their books.”
In this video lesson Richard Mehl addresses the topic: The Teachings of Itten and Albers 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Color Theory: Exploration & Application. Learn how to apply color theory in graphic design and create stunning visual effects..
Partial transcription of the video
“In the previous lesson, I told you about some of my inspirations. In this lesson, I'll go more in depth into the teachings of Joseph Albers and Johannes two of the most important instructors in the history of art and design education. Joseph Albers was a student and an instructor at the Bauhaus. In the mid-1930s, he and his wife, Annie Elbers, emigrated to the United States, and they taught at Black Mountain College, an experimental art school in North Carolina. After Blackmont College, Albers taught at Yale School of Art, where he developed many of the assignments that are featured in Inte...”
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Course summary for: Color Theory: Exploration & Application
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Category
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Adobe Photoshop -
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Color Theory, Design, Graphic Design
Richard Mehl
A course by Richard Mehl
Richard Mehl is an accomplished designer with a wealth of experience in the field. As an adjunct professor at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, Richard has honed his expertise in teaching color theory and design principles. With a background in graphic design and a passion for visual compositions, he brings a unique perspective to his courses.
Richard's journey in the creative world began with a deep appreciation for art, instilled by his parents, who were florists. He pursued his artistic endeavors through photography and later delved into graphic design, studying at renowned institutions like Yale. Throughout his career, Richard has worked with prestigious institutions and non-profit organizations, infusing his formalist approach into his designs.
Driven by his love for teaching, Richard authored the book "Playing with Color: 50 Experiments for Exploring Color Design Principles," where he shares his experiences and techniques for teaching color theory to graphic designers. With a focus on creating engaging learning experiences, Richard's courses empower students to unlock their creative potential and develop a deeper understanding of color's transformative power.
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