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Color Theory: Exploration & Application

Simultaneous Contrast 1

A course by Richard Mehl , Designer

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About the video: Simultaneous Contrast 1

Overview

“Using Photoshop, I will now show you how to create an image for an exhibition poster that demonstrates simultaneous contrast: make 3 colors look like 2, using complementary colors. ”

In this video lesson Richard Mehl addresses the topic: Simultaneous Contrast 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 last lesson, we did some sketching for the poster. In this lesson, we'll develop an image that demonstrates simultaneous contrast for the exhibition poster. Our goal in this lesson is to create an image for the first of our two exhibition posters. And this one is going to be using an image from the Elber's, experiments. where we try to make three colors look like two using complementary colors. And this is one of the images I made earlier. Here's another one. These are both examples of making three colors look like two using complimentary colors, red and green in this case. orange an...”

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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.