CSDI-N120 - Colour Theory for Digital Design
Course Description
Duration: 6 weeks
This online studio course explores the effective use of colour as a digital design element. Topics include the physiology of vision, perceptual psychologies, ethnography, colour interactions, colour bias, value, saturation, temperature, and calibration. Learn through studio projects, group discussions, demonstrations, presentations, and critiques. You'll practice using colour appropriately and effectively when determining visual outcomes for online and print production.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Explore light, the physiology of the eye, and colour vision,
- Apply subtractive and additive colour models to digital designs,
- Practice with colour interactions and perceptions of colour that change depending on the context,
- Create dynamic compositions using colour contrasts,
- Explore different visual languages and modes of communication based on colour within projects,
- Prepare a digital document for print.
Students are responsible for purchasing their own software. Adobe CC is required for this course. Adobe CC Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign will be needed to complete assignments.
50% Off Adobe CC License
When you enrol in a course with the School of Continuing Studies, get a 6-month Adobe Creative Cloud License at 50% off. Simply add Adobe CC to your cart when you register for a course and start creating.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Digital Media Skills Certificate : Qualifying Courses
- Graphic Design and Visual Communication Skills Certificate : Qualifying Courses