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1) El Pequeño Libro de la Psicología del Color: Descubre el Significado de los Colores y Cómo Influyen
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Nuestro mundo está lleno de colores. En todas partes encontramos hermosos tonos que nos hacen la vida más agradable. Sin embargo, pocas veces somos conscientes del origen de los colores que vemos. ¿Qué son realmente los colores? ¿Por qué podemos ver en colores?
Más importante aún, es saber de qué forma los colores pueden cambiar nuestra percepción de las cosas, nuestro juicio sobre algo o alguien, y de qué manera pudieran estar siendo usados...
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Born and raised in Houston, Texas, in the 1950s, I was raised during a time of political and racial unrest in America. However, I never witnessed a firsthand account of racism. I was exposed to the civil unrest in America, the unveiling of a truly dedicated, amazing, and remarkable man, Reverend Martin L. King Jr. (who in my opinion was the greatest black man in my lifetime). Also I believe that since the untimely death of Reverend King, the black...
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This work is to be considered as merely an introduction into the realm of colors. The voluminous content of this subject is too vast, whereby the inclusion would preclude this as a cursory view of this subject. Herein included are partial listings of various categories. Indeed, the voluminous content available is far in excess to be addressed. It is the belief of the author not to make this a scholarly project so vast that it would detract from its...
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This is a story about a little girl-Tricia-who is getting ready to go home from the hospital at Christmastime. Her doctor, Dr. Jeffrey, comes to Tricia's room and tells her "The Siamese Christmas Story." The story is of a Siamese cat's journey with the fourth wise man to Bethlehem. It tells of the cat's adventures along the way until the cat meets the Baby Jesus at the manger.
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The Golden Memory for old and young people. Everyone has countless memories in life. In the colouring book, the emphasis is on the gracious and affectionate memories. Firstly, the book provides an opportunity of recalling nice memories and also, the colouring gives relaxation and good entertainment. Secondly, it gives a chance for young people to know the life of older generation and it also helps for old and young generations to spend time together...
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A pioneering work in the movement to free art from its traditional bonds to material reality, this book is one of the most important documents in the history of modern art. Written by the famous nonobjective painter Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944), it explains Kandinsky's own theory of painting and crystallizes the ideas that were influencing many other modern artists of the period. Along with his own ground-breaking paintings, this book had a tremendous...
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The wavelength theory of light and color had been firmly established by the time the great German poet published his Theory of Colours in 1810. Nevertheless, Goethe believed that the theory derived from a fundamental error, in which an incidental result was mistaken for a elemental principle. Far from affecting a knowledge of physics, he maintained that such a background would inhibit understanding. The conclusions Goethe draws here rest entirely...
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Selecting the right color palette for any design project, whether personal or commercial, can make all the difference in getting it right. But choosing the right colors for a logo, and ultimately the identity, is essential because it will define all the collateral materials that will follow. Unfortunately, for most people choosing colors is not an easy process, but with a little bit of science and a color advice, anyone can make a strong choice. Color...
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Color explores how we can read this marvelous language of light, heightening our awareness of the deep sense of beauty around and within us, within each living being, nurturing our imagination. In five chapters, Color takes the reader through birth, darkness and light, our auras, chakras, and the rainbow, to the afterlife. It explores how artists use color, how we have "coded" colors for healing, alchemy, and various other aspects of our culture,...
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Journey around the world through 199 flags! This striking visual book explores the shapes, figures, and colors of flag design.
Whether a national flag features vertical stripes or horizontal ones, two colors or more, symbols drawn from nature or from history-each detail of its design is intentional and loaded with meaning.
Graphic designer Orith Kolodny demystifies the recurring colors and visual components of national flags. Through the study of...
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The Complete Color Harmony: Pantone Edition is the latest in Rockport Publishers' best-selling color series. Completely revised from start to finish this new edition, is written by Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. And the color "moods" that she writes about in each chapter are based and matched with Pantone colors. The book expands on previous editions for the most comprehensive color reference to date. This edition...
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An indispensable guide to the colors and combinations of contemporary Japanese design-by one of Japan's leading colorists!
Color consultant Teruko Sakurai finds inspiration everywhere, in the foods, landscapes and everyday objects of her native land. Flipping through the pages of this book is like taking a tour through modern Japan. The tones, hues and palettes will dazzle and inspire you.
Over 3,300 different color combinations are, presented in...
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Discover the weird and wonderful stories of our colorful world!
Why are wedding dresses white? And what is the Ketchup and Mustard Theory? The answers always come back to color. Color infuses our lives with meaning, manifesting in science, language, design, pop culture, and beyond. Specific hues shape our everyday actions and define entire generations. In 75 short essays, this book reveals the hidden histories behind a range of fascinating hues-from...
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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...
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This pocket-size version of The Complete Color Harmony features the color explorations, insights, and palettes included in the original version in a handy, take-along size. It's the one color reference designers need.
Get an introduction to using the color wheel and discover the key aspects of color, such as warm, cool, pale, and bright. Then, delve into moods and color and see how a wide variety of palettes can come across as earthy, powerful, regal,...
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Since color is such an important part of graphic design, designers need the most up to date as well as the most fundamental, information on the subject to have the tools needed to use color effectively. From the meanings behind colors to working with color in presentations, this book provides readers with the vital information needed to apply color creatively and effectively to their design work. Readers also receive guidance on talking with clients...
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"From the various shades of pink used by artists to describe the blush of Madame de Pompadour's cheeks to Helen Frankenthaler's orange color fields to Prince's concert costumes, Color Scheme is a collection of palettes that reveal new ways of thinking about larger arcs in visual culture."--
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The Color Connection: How Color Shapes Our Inner Worlds Have you ever wondered about the profound impact that color has on our emotions and well-being? Are you seeking a guide that unveils the secrets of how color influences our inner worlds and empowers you to harness its transformative power? Consider these questions: How can I understand and leverage the power of color to positively impact my emotions and inner well-being?What steps can I take...
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