Summer Enrollment is Open! Courses begin June 23, 2025.

Color Methodologies

DESMA X 482.10

Learn to use color theory to communicate ideas and enhance concepts more effectively.

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Starting at $875.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Improve sensitivity to color perception
  • Learn to use color palettes and appropriate color schemes
  • Develop a greater understanding of the mechanics of color mixing and color interaction in both traditional and digital media
  • Identify and define which color theories apply to different input/output devices
  • Apply the concepts of unity, variety, contrast, dominance, appropriateness, balance, and harmony to design
  • Differentiate between color used as symbol, as expression, and as description

About this course:

This course covers theories and practical applications to understand the makeup of color and how best to use it. Areas covered include general color theory and psychology, effective color creation, perception, management, color language, digital issues, additive and subtractive systems and color output.

Summer 2025 Schedule

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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
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403894
Fee:
$875.00
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Fee does not include the cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
Schedule
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Discussion
Wed Jun 25, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
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Wed Jul 2, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
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Wed Jul 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Jul 16, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
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Wed Jul 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
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Wed Jul 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
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Wed Aug 6, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Aug 13, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Aug 20, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Aug 27, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Sep 3, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
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Instructor: Naomi White
404200
Fee:
$875.00
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Fee does not include the cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025

Fall 2025 Schedule

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Future Offering (Opens July 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Kyle Valentic
405299
Fee:
$925.00
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Fee does not include the cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 05, 2025

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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Design Communication Arts
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