GRDP 2067 - Color Concepts for Graphic Design

1. Creating color consistency across materials and devices
2. Color as an indicator of time period or culture
3. Using color to create a design with a desired emotional or intellectual outcome
4. Describing color as an event, occurring between light source, object, and viewer
5. Honing color acuity, accuracy, and language
6. Visualizing and comparing different color models, spaces, and systems
7. Performing tone targeting, color correction, and retouching
8. Comparing the different relationships between colors and using them effectively

1. analyze the emotional response to color, color symbolism, and anomalies.
2. evaluate the relationships among different color combinations.
3. describe color as the interaction between object, light source, and viewer.
4. apply proper color techniques to a variety of printed and web-based materials.
5. present and articulate how colors are used and chosen for a particular design outcome.
6. apply various techniques such as tone targeting, color correction, and sharpening to a variety of digital images.
7. articulate the differences between the various color models and systems.
8. create color examples using assorted materials to show and display the color models.

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