by David
Nagel
Executive Producer
dnagel@digitalmedianet.com
Theory LLC has released Color Theory 1.0 for the Macintosh. Color
theory is a stand-alone application and Adobe Photoshop plugin
that operates as a digital color wheel to find complementary or
harmonious color combinations. The formulas are based on the studies
of Bauhaus professor Johannes Itten and utilize the RYB color
model. Using the RYB model, ColorTheory's formulas include all
of Itten's traditional formulas, as well as primary, secondary,
tertiary, pastel, neutral and discord (clash) schemes. ColorTheory
enables designers to analyze hundreds of color schemes while working
with existing logos and artwork.
ColorTheory allows artists to work in an RYB model on an RGB computer
monitor. It's designed to help graphic designers determine CMYK
or Pantone color combination. The company has also released a
version for video that acts as a standalone application or as
a plugin for Adobe After Effects. ColorTheory DV allows broadcast
designers to preview color combinations directly on their NTSC/PAL
monitors. The ability to import images with alpha channels enables
every artist to see color schemes in combination with their own
artwork.
A demo version of ColorTheory is also available. ColorTheory 1.0
runs $149. ColorTheory DV costs $249. For more information, visit
http://www.toolfarm.com/ct_training.
