What is Color? The Global and Sometimes Gross Story of Pigments, Paint, and the Wondrous World of Art

This book takes readers on a global journey through the history and science of colors.

It introduces readers to talented individuals from scientists to famous artists, highlighting the messy, stinky, and sometimes dangerous origins of various pigments.

The book is filled with engaging illustrations, fun facts, and interactive backmatter, including recipes for making natural dyes and a color toolbox.

It covers the differences between pigment, vehicle, and medium, and discusses how color is used in art across different cultures and eras.