References

These foundational texts have shaped my understanding of color theory, visual perception, and spatial representation—all essential elements in creating effective chromatic art.

• Color Betty Edwards

  A comprehensive exploration of color theory and practice, examining how color affects perception, emotion, and artistic expression. Edwards' accessible approach demystifies color relationships and provides practical guidance for developing chromatic sensitivity.

• Perspective Made Easy Ernest R. Norling

  While focused on perspective drawing, this classic text informed my understanding of spatial relationships and dimensional representation—knowledge that proves invaluable when applying color to create depth and volume in 2D artwork.

Digital resources have been instrumental in learning specific technical skills and discovering new chromatic techniques.

• Custom Colors in Inkscape

  Comprehensive documentation on Inkscape's color management system, including palette creation, color picker usage, and gradient editing techniques.

• Inkscape Official Documentation

  Essential reference for understanding Inkscape's full color toolkit, from basic fill operations to advanced filter effects and blend modes.

• SVG Specification (W3C)

  Technical specification for Scalable Vector Graphics, including detailed documentation on color models, gradients, patterns, and chromatic effects in SVG format.

The open source tools that made this chromatic exploration possible.

• Inkscape

  Professional open source vector graphics editor and the primary creation tool for all colored artwork in this project. Version-controlled learning documented across hundreds of drawings.

• Blender

  3D creation suite used to understand dimensional aspects of objects—lighting, shadows, material properties—informing more sophisticated 2D color application.

• Git

  Version control system used to track the evolution of chromatic decisions, creating a documented history of artistic development and color learning.

Online platforms and communities that provide color inspiration, palette generation, and chromatic education.

• Color Theory Online Tutorials

  Various educational resources across the web explaining hue, saturation, value, color harmony, complementary relationships, and chromatic psychology.

Wisdom from artists and thinkers that has guided this chromatic journey.

• Project Drawing

  The monochrome foundation that preceded Project Color—exploring form, composition, and structure through black and white vector art. Many colored works in this project began as drawings from this earlier exploration.