This publication is a complex that combines the programmatic, theoretical and practical parts of the studied subject, which is necessary for mastering professional skills in the early stages of professional training. It contains information on the basics of color science, allowing students to study the patterns of color effects on a person and apply this knowledge to solving a wide variety of design problems. The main laws of color composition are considered, the specifics of the use of color in artistic design is revealed, a sequential series of practical exercises that make up a significant part of this course is given. The original illustrative material and its text accompaniment make the manual useful for a wide range of specialists engaged in artistic and design activities.