Subtractive colour mixing, artwork C017 / 7050
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Subtractive colour mixing, artwork C017 / 7050
Subtractive colour mixing, computer artwork. The subtractive colours used in inks and pigments absorb the primary colours of light, and the reflected light gives the pigment its colour. Cyan absorbs red light, yellow absorbs blue, and magenta absorbs green. Mixing two or more pigments produces all the different colours, for instance mixing cyan and yellow means that red and blue are absorbed from the white light, and only green light is reflected. Where all three pigments meet, all light is absorbed and the area looks black. In practice, a fourth pigment, black (or key), is added to printers, to give darker blacks than the pigments themselves can produce. This is called the CMYK colour model
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Black Blue Color Colour Cyan Diagram Magenta Mixing Optics Pigment Pigments Pouring Printing Yellow Cmyk Colour Printing Physical
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This photo print, titled "Subtractive Colour Mixing, Artwork C017/7050" beautifully illustrates the fascinating concept of subtractive colour mixing. In this computer artwork, we delve into the world of inks and pigments as they absorb primary colours of light to create a mesmerizing array of hues. The process is intriguingly simple yet remarkably complex. Cyan absorbs red light, yellow absorbs blue, and magenta absorbs green. By combining two or more pigments together, an astonishing variety of colours can be achieved. For instance, when cyan and yellow are mixed, red and blue are absorbed from white light while only green light is reflected. A striking visual element emerges where all three pigments converge - a deep black abyss engulfs the area as it absorbs every trace of light. To enhance this effect further in printing practices, a fourth pigment known as black (or key) is introduced to achieve even darker blacks than what the other pigments alone can produce. This technique is referred to as the CMYK colour model. Russell Kightley's masterful illustration captures not just the physicality and beauty behind ink mixing but also delves into its scientific underpinnings rooted in physics and optics. The pouring motion against a pristine white background adds an artistic touch that complements the subject matter flawlessly. In summary, this thought-provoking artwork invites us to explore how subtractive colour mixing unlocks endless possibilities for creating vibrant visuals through careful manipulation of pigments' absorbing properties.
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