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 textilesDiscusses the application of colour across a vast range of industriesChapters cover the theories; measurement and description of colour; forecasting colour trends and methods for design enhancement
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Best Theatrical Biography in Years...Truly FascinatingBy Kenneth MillerThis is the best theatrical biography that I have read in a long; long time. Through some alchemy; the author was able to research his subject like an academic and yet provide a breezy narrative that is lively; compelling; and insightful. Over the decades; Cy Coleman wore so many hats as a child prodigy; composer; performer in night clubs and concert halls; Broadway producer; and music orchestrator and publisher. The major accomplishment of this biography is that the author skillfully sets the scene and describes the characters so that you feel immersed in that time and place. If you are looking for a great yarn and a terrific summer read; order this book.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. fact-filled biography of one of the best perfomers/singers/composers of our timeBy Heather Dawn BernikerCy Coleman was a long-time personal friend of mine and Andy Probst has written an outstanding; fact-filled biography of one of the best perfomers/singers/composers of our time.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ... his life and the people of his life were better covered and better understood than Coleman himselfBy kathleen gevents of his life and the people of his life were better covered and better understood than Coleman himself. Didnt feel I got under his skin and what his motivations really were in terms of his song writing. too much recitation of every moment in his concert career (string of he went here; he did this). where was good; it was interesting (difficulties of putting on a Broadway play; for instance.)
