Snow's Theory and Practice of Color

A key text on colour theory, this comprehensive guide bridges the gap between colour science and its practical application in art and design.

First published in 1918, Bonnie E. Snow’s Theory and Practice of Color showcases the fundamental aspects of colour theory while providing readers with an in-depth understanding of basic colour principles.

Its contents include:
• The Source of Colour
• The Primary Colors and Their Uses in Design
• Colour Values: Tints and Shades
• Complementary Colours and How to Use Them
• The Colour Triad and the Split Complement
• The Psychology of Colour
• Colour Harmonies in Interior Design

This facsimile volume focuses on how colours interact, blend, and affect human emotion. It’s an essential reference book for artists and designers, as well as those interested in the history of colour theory and its applications.