Art of Color
A studio-based seminar from MIT's Experimental Study Group that introduces the core principles of color in the visual arts. Students work through hands-on projects examining how colors interact, how painters and designers have used color historically, and how color affects perception and mood. Sessions combine practical exercises with discussion of color theory, covering topics like complementary contrast, value, saturation, and the psychological associations different hues carry. The course materials, available through MIT OpenCourseWare, include the syllabus, project assignments, and studio exercises used in the actual seminar. No prior art background is assumed. It suits anyone wanting a structured, applied introduction to color rather than a purely theoretical survey, with an emphasis on making and testing color choices directly rather than just reading about them.