
This podcast centers on my research and understanding of color, color usage, and optics as they relate to theories of human color perception in the making of visual art and design. By Ed Charbonneau, an artist (drawing & painting focus), and an adjunct faculty member in the Foundation, Fine Arts, and Creative Entrepreneurship Departments at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, in Minneapolis... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 44 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Arts | |||

A reflection on teaching primary color concepts; thoughts on persuasion and the Pantone Color of the Year.
Resources:
Aristotle, On Sense and the Sensible, MIT website
Da Vinci, A Treatise on Painting, e-book website (see pages 141 and 147; also ... more
An episode devoted to the color yellow.
Resources:
The St. Olaf Choir
Looney Tunes: Elmer Fudd - Kill the Wabbit
Day Glo Company
David Briggs. Beyond Colour Theory: Understanding and Applying Colour, National Art School, Sydney, Australia, Onlin... more
A reflection on the past 4 years of the podcast.
Matthew Midwood - Website
Ed Charbonneau - Website
Shedd Aquarium, Chicago, USA - Website
Thomas Young - Bakerian Lecture, January 1, 1802, page 20
Barry B. Lee. 2008. The evolution of concepts of... more
More background on competing histories of color harmony, and a reprise of episodes from Season 1, Color Theory Wars parts 1 and 2.
Emily Noyes Vanderpoel, Color Problems: A Practical Manual for the Lay Student of Color, Sacred Bones Records publishe... more
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I love this show. When I see a new episode or season I get very excited and hope it continues into the future! And I can’t wait to see what discussions and discussions are coming.
I have a background in the art world and have always loved color theory. But I don’t enjoy a lot of art podcasts because of the visual nature of the subject and how it is covered. But I really enjoy how art, color, and methods are discussed.
The quality of the sound is also very good and has a soft and relaxing tona... more
Not an artist in the classical sense, but I love inks and colors. This is such a great podcast about color. Super interesting and informative!!!
Thanks for making this podcast Ed Charbonneau! Bound to be a classic resource, so interesting and full of valuable information.
I am binging and then I’m going to listen again because there’s so much to learn! Thanks you for sharing your knowledge, Ed!
I’m glad you did! Very good. It’s never too late to learn!
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The content explores extensive themes surrounding color theory, usage, and perception, particularly through the lens of visual art and design. Each episode features engaging discussions that draw from both scientific and historical perspectives, often highlighting personal anecdotes that enrich the understanding of color. Notably, the exploration of color relationships, emotional significance, and the influence of language on color perception stand out as key topics, with the host inviting listeners to challenge and expand their own viewpoints regarding color in both practical and theoretical contexts. This series is appealing for individuals interested in the intersection of art, science, and personal narratives in understanding visual exp... more
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