Colour theory: Definition, fields and interrelations

Abstract

“Colour theory” is a widespread expression, but its meaning remains unclear due to a lack of discussion on its definition, as it is often interchangeable with “text on colour”. In this paper, I will a) propose a definition of colour theory, b) describe three of the main fields where it is used (philosophical, scientific, artistic) and c) discuss how they interact with each other, stressing what they can share but also their own specificity.