Light and Color Theory

Light and color theory explains how we perceive colors through light. White light, like sunlight, contains all colors; when it hits an object, some colors are absorbed and others are reflected. The reflected colors are what we see. Color is also influenced by mixing different light sources, as in additive color mixing (like on screens) or subtractive mixing (like in paints). In art and design, understanding these principles helps create harmonious combinations and evoke emotions. Ultimately, light is the key to color perception, and its properties shape our visual experiences.