Colour | NGV – Online Courses

Colour

We inhabit a world of infinite colour – it pervades nearly every aspect of our lives – but what is colour exactly and how does it work? Discover the stories behind the colours we love and how artists and designers have used colour to convey meaning in this self-guided online course.

$80 Members / $70 Non-Member / $75 Concession, Student & Educator

Commences 17 October 2025

8-week access to course materials

Overview

NGV curators and contributing scholars, research specialists and guests guide participants through a study of the various facets of colour including colour theory, the history of pigments, the science behind colour and our relationship with it. This course explores the central role of colour in art and design throughout history.

Enrolment options

Standard Course Enrolment

Includes 8-week access to learning materials from the course start date.

Prices

General: $80
NGV Members: $70
Concession, Student & Educator: $75

Booking Fee $5.50

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Image

Grace Cossington Smith
The Bridge in-curve 1930
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
© Estate of Grace Cossington Smith