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Color Theory: Exploration & Application

The Teachings of Itten and Albers 2

A course by Richard Mehl , Designer

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About the video: The Teachings of Itten and Albers 2

Overview

“When I started teaching color theory, the first book I consulted was The Art of Color by Johannes Itten, in which he popularized his teaching methodology. Let's take a look at the book. ”

In this video lesson Richard Mehl addresses the topic: The Teachings of Itten and Albers 2, 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

“Joseph Albers was a big influence on my teaching. But when I first started teaching color, The first book I looked at was The Art of Color by Johannes Hitt. When we open the Art of Color, one of the first things we see is Ioanna Zittin's color wheel. And this particular color wheel is a wonderful invention. It teaches us all about the system of colors that we can see within the visible chromatic spectrum. Itten has isolated certain colors. So he has the primary colors in the center, yellow, blue, and red. The secondary colors adjacent to those primaries So yellow and red. mixes to be orange...”

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Course summary for: Color Theory: Exploration & Application

Level: Beginner
99% positive reviews (170)
10614 students
4 units
25 lessons (5h 54m)
8 downloads

Category
Design
Software
Adobe Photoshop
Areas
Color Theory, Design, Graphic Design

Richard Mehl

A course by Richard Mehl

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Designer

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.