Color-space is a mathematical model that represents the gamut of colors as tuples of numbers, typically as three or four values or color components. It is an abstract model that allows for the specification, creation, and visualization of color in a structured way. Color-spaces are used in various fields related to design, including graphic design, digital imaging, printing, and computer vision. The choice of color-space depends on the specific application and the desired properties, such as perceptual uniformity, device independence, or suitability for certain color operations. Some common color-spaces include RGB (Red, Green, Blue), which is an additive color-space used in digital displays; CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black), a subtractive color-space used in printing; and LAB (L for lightness, A and B for color opponent dimensions), which is designed to approximate human vision and is considered perceptually uniform. Other color-spaces, such as HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) and HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness), are transformations of the RGB color-space that attempt to be more intuitive for human color perception. The understanding and proper use of color-spaces is crucial for ensuring color consistency across different devices and media in design workflows.
RGB, CMYK, LAB, HSV, HSL, gamut
CITATION : "John Armstrong. 'Color-space.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/?E=434136 (Accessed on December 30, 2024)"
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