Color in Relation to Form

Author

Kathleen A. Kuchar, Fort Hays Kansas State College

Department

Art

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis has been to explore the relationship of color to form in oil painting. Form has several meanings, so it must be stated that in this thesis, the word form is used to describe the various shapes within the picture plane. Color, therefore, has been used in relation to these forms. Forms suggest colors, and colors cause new forms to emerge; therefore, color and form have become harmonious and have nearly become as one, each one relying on the other for the success of the painting. It must be stressed that the other elements--line, texture, space, shape--have not been neglected, for all of these facors are important if the paintin is to achieve a unity.

Keywords

Color, Abstract works, Creative ability, Methods, Fort Hays State University, Oil paintings

Advisor

Eugene Harwick

Date of Award

Summer 1966

Document Type

Thesis - campus only access

DOI

10.58809/ZWPQ4074

Recommended Citation

Kuchar, Kathleen A., "Color in Relation to Form" (1966). Master's Theses. 994.
DOI: 10.58809/ZWPQ4074
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/theses/994

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