The Strange History of Color in Art
An 8-part course with Little Art Talks
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Karin Yuen is the creator of Little Art Talks, a collection of educational, art and art history videos. She's passionate in sharing art history in fun, different ways. View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 26 min
- Lessons 8
- Exercises 22
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18 CQ
8 Lessons in This Course
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2 minArt Appreciation lesson 12 CQ
Did you know that a rich brown pigment used in 16th and 17th century Europe was actually made from mummies? Art historians join in for a strange, fun lesson!
with Little Art TalksDid you know that a rich brown pigment used in 16th and 17th century Europe was actually made from mummies? Art historians join in for a strange, fun lesson!
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3 minArt Appreciation lesson 22 CQ
The Mayan peoples sure loved the color blue! In this fascinating art history lesson, discover the origin of Maya Blue and learn why it resists the elements.
with Little Art TalksThe Mayan peoples sure loved the color blue! In this fascinating art history lesson, discover the origin of Maya Blue and learn why it resists the elements.
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4 minArt Appreciation lesson 33 CQ
Are you curious about the deadly history behind one of the oldest pigments in the world? This art history lesson discusses the uses of Flake White paint!
with Little Art TalksAre you curious about the deadly history behind one of the oldest pigments in the world? This art history lesson discusses the uses of Flake White paint!
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2 minArt Appreciation lesson 42 CQ
The history of one of the most expensive pigments that’s been prized since antiquity—called lapis lazuli—is covered in this art history lesson!
with Little Art TalksThe history of one of the most expensive pigments that’s been prized since antiquity—called lapis lazuli—is covered in this art history lesson!
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3 minArt Appreciation lesson 52 CQ
The most expensive purple dye was reserved for royals, and was worth its weight in silver! As a result, Tyrian Purple is famous among art historians.
with Little Art TalksThe most expensive purple dye was reserved for royals, and was worth its weight in silver! As a result, Tyrian Purple is famous among art historians.
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3 minArt Appreciation lesson 62 CQ
Is there a pigment used in fine art, that's used as a dye for clothing, that's also made from bugs? There is, and it's discussed in this art history lesson!
with Little Art TalksIs there a pigment used in fine art, that's used as a dye for clothing, that's also made from bugs? There is, and it's discussed in this art history lesson!
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2 minArt Appreciation lesson 72 CQ
The story of how Napoleon's wallpaper poisoned him is tied to a color known as Scheele's Green! Learn about the pigment's chemistry in this art history lesson.
with Little Art TalksThe story of how Napoleon's wallpaper poisoned him is tied to a color known as Scheele's Green! Learn about the pigment's chemistry in this art history lesson.
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4 minArt Appreciation lesson 83 CQ
Some historical pigments used by famous painters are steeped in mystery, even today. Discover the contested origin of a famous yellow pigment: Indian Yellow.
with Little Art TalksSome historical pigments used by famous painters are steeped in mystery, even today. Discover the contested origin of a famous yellow pigment: Indian Yellow.
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39 min3-part Acrylic Painting course7 CQ
This beginner's course for artists is a great way to get acquainted with the basics of color theory, how to use a color wheel when painting, and what hues you need on your palette.
with Little Art TalksThis beginner's course for artists is a great way to get acquainted with the basics of color theory, how to use a color wheel when painting, and what hues you need on your palette.
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733 min7-part Art Appreciation course18 CQ
Explore the difference between an art period and movement, and about various art movements including impressionism, dadaism, minimalism, suprematism, pop art, and readymade art.
with Little Art TalksExplore the difference between an art period and movement, and about various art movements including impressionism, dadaism, minimalism, suprematism, pop art, and readymade art.
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422 min4-part Acrylic Painting course14 CQ
Little Art Talks explains how to choose paints, palettes, and brushes as a beginner, the differences between student, artist, and other grades of paint, and how to store and care for your tools.
with Little Art TalksLittle Art Talks explains how to choose paints, palettes, and brushes as a beginner, the differences between student, artist, and other grades of paint, and how to store and care for your tools.
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7143 min7-part Art Appreciation course75 CQ
The history of art in Japan is intertwined with the nation's tumultuous past. Discover Japanese art from Neolithic pottery to the Heian period scroll paintings in this art history course!
with Little Art TalksThe history of art in Japan is intertwined with the nation's tumultuous past. Discover Japanese art from Neolithic pottery to the Heian period scroll paintings in this art history course!
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924 min9-part Art Appreciation course19 CQ
Learn the meaning and history behind art history terms in nine simple lessons. From “avant-garde” to “chiaroscuro,” from “impasto” to “iconoclasm,” these terms unlock a world of art appreciation.
with Little Art TalksLearn the meaning and history behind art history terms in nine simple lessons. From “avant-garde” to “chiaroscuro,” from “impasto” to “iconoclasm,” these terms unlock a world of art appreciation.
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840 min8-part Art Appreciation course22 CQ
The old masters created some of the most beloved works of art in the world! Discover them in this art history survey course, and journey from the High Renaissance and through the twentieth century.
with James EarleThe old masters created some of the most beloved works of art in the world! Discover them in this art history survey course, and journey from the High Renaissance and through the twentieth century.
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5117 min5-part Art Appreciation course61 CQ
Explore the art, culture, symbols, and practices of American Indian and First Nations peoples in this course. Review the basic elements of art criticism including form, content, and symbolism.
with Kenney MencherExplore the art, culture, symbols, and practices of American Indian and First Nations peoples in this course. Review the basic elements of art criticism including form, content, and symbolism.
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733 min7-part Art Appreciation course18 CQ
Explore the difference between an art period and movement, and about various art movements including impressionism, dadaism, minimalism, suprematism, pop art, and readymade art.
with Little Art TalksExplore the difference between an art period and movement, and about various art movements including impressionism, dadaism, minimalism, suprematism, pop art, and readymade art.
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924 min9-part Art Appreciation course19 CQ
Learn the meaning and history behind art history terms in nine simple lessons. From “avant-garde” to “chiaroscuro,” from “impasto” to “iconoclasm,” these terms unlock a world of art appreciation.
with Little Art TalksLearn the meaning and history behind art history terms in nine simple lessons. From “avant-garde” to “chiaroscuro,” from “impasto” to “iconoclasm,” these terms unlock a world of art appreciation.
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7143 min7-part Art Appreciation course75 CQ
The history of art in Japan is intertwined with the nation's tumultuous past. Discover Japanese art from Neolithic pottery to the Heian period scroll paintings in this art history course!
with Little Art TalksThe history of art in Japan is intertwined with the nation's tumultuous past. Discover Japanese art from Neolithic pottery to the Heian period scroll paintings in this art history course!