Light is color. And, as I have said before, Color begat Art.
It is color that adds depth to our perception of anything; without the nuances of color, the world would be a flat, blank space. Just look at a black and white image, rich with depth. Now try and see it in a single shade of grey, with maybe a slightly lighter or darker outline differentiating objects.
All one needs to understand color is the eye. A more structured analysis helps characterize and classify color consistently and better manipulate it.
The color wheel is a valuable tool used by artists and crafters to better study color. While most usage of color is intuitive, knowledge of color theory and harmony can reduce the element of uncertainty that accompanies intrepid experimentation with hues.
When a few basic principles of the way color tends to behave have been established, make your own color wheel, using a medium of your choice. Study existing models and schemes, test your own.
Go on to create Art.
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