Traditional Colors of Japan: Japanese Color Harmony Dictionary: The Complete Guide for Designers and Graphic Artists (Over 2,750 Color Combinations an -- Teruko Sakurai, Paperback
Expert colorist Teruko Sakurai takes you to the end of the rainbow--and beyond--in this inspiring color dictionary! Over 2,750 traditional Japanese color combinations are presented, organized into 100 different themes associated with the seasons, landscapes and artistic heritage of Japan. Whether it's a shower of pink cherry blossoms, the flutter of a carp flap or the austere and cool tones of Mt. Fuji, flipping the pages of this color dictionary is like taking a stroll through the sensual delights of Japanese culture in all its dazzling tones, hues and palettes. Each two-page section in this richly-illustrated book presents a different theme with the following information:
- An introduction to the color scheme and a description of how it can be used
- A number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the scheme
- CMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors
- 26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrations
Author: Teruko Sakurai
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 11/2/2021
Pages: 288
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.4 lbs
Size: 5.9" H x 8.4" L x 0.8" W
ISBN: 9784805316412