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Introduction to Color Theory for Visual Communication

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Unlock the Power of Color in Visual Arts with Expert Sean Adams

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Color Online English with Subt. 2h 26m Beginner

Explore, experiment, and boldly express yourself in this in-depth color theory course with graphic designer Sean Adams.

"There’s no such thing as too bright," is a mantra Sean Adams has embraced since 1992. He believes that understanding color rules is important, but knowing when to break them is essential. In the early nineties, he founded AdamMorioka, a design studio during a time when design was dominated by dark tones and heavy layering. His unique approach, rooted in purity, simplicity, emotional resonance, and bold colors, gained him wide recognition. Adams has collaborated with major brands such as Nickelodeon, Disney XD, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Sundance Film Festival, Gap, Old Navy, UCLA, and more. He is also the Chair of Undergraduate and Graduate Graphic Design at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, California.

In this course, deepen your understanding of color and learn how to use it to amplify your message and captivate your audience. Explore the various properties of color, its cultural and historical meanings, and how to build a harmonious palette. Sean will guide you through the entire process of designing a poster, from concept to completion.

Course Content

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Course Chapter

  • Lessons
  • Lesson 1
    Introduction
    • About Me
    • Influences
  • Lesson 2
    Covering Color
    • What is Color, and Why Does it Matter?
    • Color Properties and Theory
    • Color, Culture, and Meaning
    • Color Palettes
  • Lesson 3
    Design Development & Concept Creation
    • Research & Reference Material
    • Sketching Concepts
    • Design Development and Color
  • Lesson 4
    Refinement
    • Color Refinement
    • Context
    • Applications and Technical Issues
  • Lesson 5
    Presentation and Portfolio
    • Presenting the Work
    • Organizing and Presenting Your Work in a Portfolio
    • Make your project
  • Lesson 6
    Final
    • Final

Meet the teacher

Sean Adams

Graphic Designer

Sean Adams is an internationally recognized graphic designer and the Dean of Visual Art and Communications at ArtCenter College of Design.

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Course Content

Explore, experiment, and boldly express yourself in this in-depth color theory course with graphic designer Sean Adams.

"There’s no such thing as too bright," is a mantra Sean Adams has embraced since 1992. He believes that understanding color rules is important, but knowing when to break them is essential. In the early nineties, he founded AdamMorioka, a design studio during a time when design was dominated by dark tones and heavy layering. His unique approach, rooted in purity, simplicity, emotional resonance, and bold colors, gained him wide recognition. Adams has collaborated with major brands such as Nickelodeon, Disney XD, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Sundance Film Festival, Gap, Old Navy, UCLA, and more. He is also the Chair of Undergraduate and Graduate Graphic Design at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, California.

In this course, deepen your understanding of color and learn how to use it to amplify your message and captivate your audience. Explore the various properties of color, its cultural and historical meanings, and how to build a harmonious palette. Sean will guide you through the entire process of designing a poster, from concept to completion.

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  • English
  • English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Italian, Portuguese (Machine translation)
  • Beginner
  • Access on mobile and Desktop
  • Full time access
  • Certificate of completion

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