The author delves into the complexities of color theory by examining the XYZ color space, originally created in 1931. The author explores the process of how our eyes perceive colors through experiments involving RGB light sources. They discuss the transformation of RGB space into XYZ space and the significance of the XYZ color matching functions. The author also touches on the concept of chromaticity diagrams and the challenges of rendering colors accurately. They mention the wide gamut color space, the differences between additive RGB and subtractive CMY color systems, and the difficulties in accurately populating the chromaticity diagram. The article concludes with the author’s personal reflections on the complexities of color perception and the intricacies of digital displays.
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