Quote by Hans Hofmann

Color is a plastic means of creating intervals... color harmonics produced by special relationships, or tensions. We differentiate now between formal tensions and color tensions, just as we differentiate in music between counterpoint and harmony.

Color is a plastic means of creating intervals... color harm

Summary

This quote emphasizes the role of color as a flexible tool for creating visual intervals and harmonies. Similar to musical counterpoint and harmony, there are formal tensions (related to the arrangement and composition) and color tensions (related to the relationships or combinations of colors). By understanding and utilizing these tensions, artists can create a dynamic and aesthetically pleasing visual experience. This highlights the importance of color as a powerful element in visual arts, capable of evoking emotions and conveying meaning.

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By Hans Hofmann

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