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The Art of Color
for Bead Jewelry Designers

Learning the art of color is a fascinating journey. There is so much more to color than just visual impact. If all you know of color is what you like and what you don't like, then you will find this section very interesting.

You will learn the science of color, color theory, and how to use a color wheel to create great color combinations.

We will discuss the emotional aspects of color, including color therapy as well as the meaning and symbolism of color.

Margie Deeb, author of The Beader's Guide to Color said "You can learn to use color in extraordinary ways. You already possess the most important tools: your passion and sense of wonder. Learn the tangibles, and let your passion and wonder take you where knowledge cannot. Let color thrill you. Seek its magic. Talk to it and listen with all your senses. Thus begins your never ending journey into the magic and mystery of color. Color is so amazing! You will never look at anything the same way again!" Let the Journey begin!"


The following articles on the art of color will give you some creative inspiration and ideas for not only learning about what color is but also how to use color and the color wheel to help in designing your bead jewelry.


Introduction to Color Theory
Great color combinations don't just happen by accident - color theory, the science behind design - can be easily learned.

How Colors are Created
Learning how colors are created will give you a better understanding and appreciation for the various combinations of colors used in beading designs.

Using the Color Wheel to Create Stunning Combinations
Being able to use colors consciously and harmoniously can help you create spectacular results when designing bead jewelry.

Color Schemes

Ancient Egyptian Color
Margie Deeb discusses inspiration of ancient Egyptian colors used in beading designs.

Artists' Historical Palettes: Modern Art
Margie Deeb discusses beading designs with suggested palettes inspired by Modern Art.



THE FOLLOWING ARTICLES COMING VERY SOON!

The Harmony of Contrasts

Color & Dominance

The Movement of Color

Color Inspiration in the Mundane

The Meaning and Symbolism of Color

The ABC's of Color



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