Color Quote by Leon Battista Alberti
“It seems obvious that colors vary according to lights, because when any color is placed in the shade, it appears to be different from the same color which is located in light. Shade makes color dark, whereas light makes color bright where it strikes.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: “On Painting”, 1435
Light and shadow alter our perception of color, making it appear darker or brighter.
In simple terms: Lighting changes how colors look.
Key Takeaway
Use proper lighting to assess true colors.
Themes
art
perception
light
color theory
Mood
informative
technical
educational
Type
artistic
scientific
When to use this quote
- interior design
- photography
- painting
- visual merchandising
Key Concepts
optics
visual cognition
design
Questions to Reflect On
- How does lighting affect your design choices?
- What tools help evaluate color accurately?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring lighting can lead to misinterpretation of color.
