About the Course

This course will review the mechanics of how color works, and how to work with color, with painters in mind. Through visual demonstrations and creative exercises with paint, students will develop a grasp of the terms and concepts that underlie a modern, science-based approach to color theory. The principles covered will be relevant to both realist and abstract painters.

WHAT YOU GET

6 Classes

Recorded Live Classes

Reference Images

Reference

Library

Curated Color Diagrams

Homework

6 Assignments

COMMUNITY & ACCESS

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Welcome! Post homework in the correct course thread. Live sessions, review feed, and scheduled posts are all in the left nav.

Live Sessions

Review Feed

Join Jennifer Gennari, Will Weston

Materials List

• Color Filter Slide Set: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KVVFUKI
• Acrylic Medium: (I use Liquitex Professional Matte Medium)
• Your preferred brushes
• Masking tape / low-tack artists tape
• Canvas Paper: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KNNVJY
• Artist Grade Acrylic Paints (I use Liquitex Professional Heavy Body, 2oz bottles):
  • Quinacridone Magenta
  • Titanium White
  • Cadmium Red
• Additional paint colors/pigments from your own collection to experiment with.

About Your Instructor

Best known for his online presence as @color.nerd on TikTok (480,000 followers) and @art.pete.repeat on Instagram (400,000 followers), he has helped hundreds of thousands of artists, designers, and educators build a stronger understanding of how color really works. His approach combines art history, science, and hands-on practice, breaking down complex theories into practical tools that students can immediately apply in their work. Beyond social media, Peter creates courses, printable resources, and videos that are used by artists and educators around the world. Peter’s expertise is also sought by companies and institutions looking for deeper insight into color. He has consulted with clients ranging from glass manufacturers to luxury textile brands, filmmakers, and major art supply companies, advising on everything from product development to visual storytelling. As a lecturer and workshop leader, Peter has spoken internationally on the teaching of color theory, delivering keynote addresses for organizations such as the Inter-Society Colour Council and lectures at schools including RISD and Chapman University. His workshops have been hosted by museums, universities, and arts organizations, including the NSU Art Museum, Fort Lauderdale and Contemporary Arts Memphis. Whether online or in person, Peter’s goal is the same: to give artists confidence with color by replacing myths and formulas with understanding, curiosity, and play.