How to Learn CG Theory like Lighting, Colour Composition and etc?

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Hi.

I would ask anyone, are you have or learn the CG Theory like lighting, colour composition, perspective, etc.? If yes, how do you learn them?

I have learnt Blender application for a while, but I think I lack the knowledge of the theory of art. So I have decided to invest in art books, especially that can applied to CG, I am interested in Interior Design.
I prefer more advanced and depth books rather than ‘practical’ or ‘how-to’ books.

Can someone suggest me what books or resources I should get that fit my criteria?

Thank You.

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Ah yes, learning these things will really help your renders. Heck it even helps me in my 3D model design and color selection.

Here are some good links:

My favorite:
http://www.ctrlpaint.com/library/
It is all good stuff! The website is geared for 2D artists, but almost all of the composition stuff can be applied to 3D renders.

General lighting, composition, colors etc…
http://www.deviantart.com/art/Perspective-Composition-Pt-1-118068853
(don’t forget to read all of the parts!)

This helps alot too

This is for gaming, but still useful

More lighting stuff for gaming

Composition stuff for EVERYTHING :open_mouth:
http://lulie.deviantart.com/art/The-Secret-to-Composition-272036625

I hope this helps!

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Thanks for the link! It really helps for me.