A Swiss expressionist painter, designer, teacher, writer, and theorist associated with the Bauhaus school. His multifaceted career encompassed painting, design, education, and theoretical writings, establishing him as a central figure in his field. He was an integral part of the core leadership at the Weimar Bauhaus, collaborating with other notable artists and architects.
Selected for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. It is recognized by scholars for its importance in understanding historical and societal contexts, making it a valuable resource for those exploring the development of human thought and culture.
Profiles the Basic Course taught by Johannes Itten at the Bauhaus in Weimar, Germany and discusses how it helped students determine their creative talents, choose a career, learn elementary design.
This is a condensation of Itten's major work, "The Art of Color", published in Germany in 1961. It calls attention to the outstanding visual effects of simultaneous contrast and offers several dramatic examples. It also describes Itten's famous twelve-part star for colour organization.