North Light - Exploring Color Workshop

Exploring Color Workshop

Master color mixing and solve common palette problems

Mix a complete value scale in your medium, then explore how different pigment combinations affect color intensity, then apply those discoveries to actual painting problems.

The book addresses real challenges: muddy mixtures, garish combinations, flat compositions lacking depth. Leland explains the optical principles behind these issues, then demonstrates solutions through step-by-step exercises you can complete with whatever media you're currently using. Watercolorists learn how pigment transparency affects layering; oil painters discover how adjacent colors influence perception; mixed media artists explore how different materials interact on the same surface.

Historical context grounds the practical work, understanding why certain pigments behave as they do helps you make better choices when formulating custom colors. The 176-page format provides room for detailed demonstrations across multiple media, with clear photography showing actual results rather than idealized examples. Artists who've struggled with color relationships find Leland's methodical approach clarifies concepts that previously seemed intuitive or mysterious, building confidence through understanding rather than trial and error.

Books and Media

Books and Media Purchase Guide

Books and Media

Activity Books - Interactive art books and workbooks for learning techniques and developing skills.

Coloring Books - Adult and children's coloring books for relaxation and creative expression.

Craft and Hobby Books - Instructional books covering various crafting techniques and projects.

Drawing Books - Technique books and tutorials for improving drawing skills and learning new methods.

Painting Books - Comprehensive guides to painting techniques, color theory, and artistic development.

You May Also Like