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A strict interpretation of the title of this book would call for the presentation of only such information as pertains to the mixing of colors, paints and printing inks; but the possession of skill in mixing is only a means to an end, and that end is a more tasteful and effective use of colors.

To select the principles of the science of color essential to a better understanding and use of color by students, apprentices, journeymen, printers, interior decorators and master house painters, and to reduce the statement of such principles to the most simple terms—these are the attainments aimed at in the writing of this work.

The mixing of colors and paints by painters, decorators, and others is intimately related to effective and tasteful color use. Consequently, it seemed essential that all such kindred subject matter as is in any way related to better taste in color use should be included to promote the primary, if indirect, purpose of this book.

The difficulties of the task were many, since the subject of color is involved and can be confusingly technical and scientific. Yet it must be stated simply, if a working knowledge of color use is to be contributed to those whose daily work to decorating, painting and printing does not permit them the time to pursue the study at length.

It is hoped that in this writing the simple interpretation of this fascinating study will lay the foundation for better and more tasteful use of color.

F. N. Vanderwalker.