The Michael Wilcox School of Colour

The Michael Wilcox School of Colour Michael Wilcox is the inventor of the Split Primary System™ and the Colour Bias Wheel™. This was incorporated into our 'Colour Bias Wheel'.

The School of Colour was established in order to remove much of the confusion which surrounds this elusive subject. Vast numbers use colour in their work and recreation, yet we rely on information which is often outdated and inaccurate. The 'three primary system' for example, was invented in the late 1700s and has been causing confusion to those mixing colour ever since. In 1986 we invented and pu

blished the 'Split Primary System' as the first accurate guide to colour mixing. Our ideas on colour harmony and contrast also rely heavily on the past, leading to a situation where few using colour do so with confidence. Ever since we allowed the 'Colour Man' to produce our paints, we have moved away from a clear understanding of our materials and use expensive colorants which often fade or darken. It is easy to see why such confusion exists and is added to year by year. The artist, craft-worker, and others who use colour need to get on with their creative work; they simply do not have the time to sort out fact from fiction. We have made that time available and have carried out detailed research over many years. By attempting to bring art and science together again, we hope to remove the many myths and confusions
which surround the subject and replace them with sound information. The first time that art and science came together led to the Renaissance, the second time to the Impressionist era. What amazing work could come from a third and long overdue meeting?

06/14/2024

A closer look at 'Mixing Greens'.

Don't miss our year end sale and our Flash Sale (ends tonight!)!!'Reference and Relevance' - Michael discusses the relev...
12/01/2023

Don't miss our year end sale and our Flash Sale (ends tonight!)!!
'Reference and Relevance' - Michael discusses the relevance of our pigment reference books and how they will guide you in making informed decisions when choosing your palette and purchasing paint.

Reference & Relevance - how our pigment reference books guide your paint decisions.

Don't miss the last day of our 3-day flash book sale! See the newsletter for details.
09/05/2023

Don't miss the last day of our 3-day flash book sale! See the newsletter for details.

Should we bother with colour theory?

For our Australian artists, don't miss out on this incredible deal!
08/22/2023

For our Australian artists, don't miss out on this incredible deal!

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1490 N Belcher Road, Suite K
Clearwater, FL
33765

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Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 3pm

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