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Color Theory & Abstraction
Session Five: July 14-26
Tonya D. Lee
Color Theory and Abstraction
This workshop will explore the intersection between color theory and abstraction. From Newton to Goethe to Albers, we will study the teachings and methods of color scientists, artists, and theorists as a foundation for understanding the physical, psychological, and cultural aspects of color. Then we will create a series of abstract images—through drawing, painting, low-tech printmaking, and collage—rooted in color theory. We will have daily demonstrations, discussions of historical and contemporary relevance, and plenty of time for personal exploration. All levels.