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I've been studying color theory and how I can make use of it in the designing of clothing, jewelry, and various accessories with a Steampunk bent (and in general). These are my observations.
This article is free for download and re-distribution, though if re-published I prefer that I am contacted and referenced. Thank you, and I hope I've helped others in their art!
UPDATE: By the by, I found this as a beautiful reference. The site displays antique arms and armor, with this page being for swords. It displays the vast array of colors you can see in metals due to different curing methods. There are some really great examples of bluing here, for instance, as well as some browned pieces: www.ambroseantiques.com/swords…
UPDATE: Since so many have enjoyed the graphic I created for this tutorial, I offer it in links below its own, in PNG and JPEG format.
UPDATE: Since my techniques have changed over the years, I've added a new update to this as of 2016. I also cleaned up a few typos.
This article is free for download and re-distribution, though if re-published I prefer that I am contacted and referenced. Thank you, and I hope I've helped others in their art!
UPDATE: By the by, I found this as a beautiful reference. The site displays antique arms and armor, with this page being for swords. It displays the vast array of colors you can see in metals due to different curing methods. There are some really great examples of bluing here, for instance, as well as some browned pieces: www.ambroseantiques.com/swords…
UPDATE: Since so many have enjoyed the graphic I created for this tutorial, I offer it in links below its own, in PNG and JPEG format.
UPDATE: Since my techniques have changed over the years, I've added a new update to this as of 2016. I also cleaned up a few typos.
UPDATE: Firefox does not seem able to read the PDF, but I was able to play with it so it at least notes there IS a PDF there available for download. Annoying, and I really hope for a solution. I have also posted a version of this as a journal for now:
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ImpactI highly approve of this article on the steampunk aesthetic and the need to still apply colour rules while operating within the genre. In addition to this, the article also highlights important background knowledge needed to perfect the tiny details and intricacies that all crafters need in their works.
The diagram provided says it all and (though I personally disagree with citron as a steampunk colour) provides a wonderful example of the colours that suited both the Victorian and Edwardian eras.
This article would, and should, be used as an excellent resource for steampunk costumers, illustrators, painters, artesians, writers, or indeed anyone interested in the genre.