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Share your color theory resources! : Design. Any tips on choosing a color scheme? : web_design. Some great links on color theory : MLPdrawingschool. Share your color theory resources! : Design. Does anyone have any useful resources for learning about color theory? : learnart. InteriorDesign - Basic Guide to Colors : InteriorDesign. ITWL Color Theory : IWantToLearn. InteriorDesign - Basic Guide to Colors : InteriorDesign. [ELI5] Color Theory. What is the "value" of a color? What is hue? Lightness vs. Brightness, etc. : explainlikeimfive. Color Theory for Designers, Part 1: The Meaning of Color. Color Properties: Hue, Tint, Shade, Saturation, Brightness, Chroma.

In this section we have a look at the terminology of color properties and their meaning in different contexts. Color properties allow us to distinguish and define colors. The more we know about color properties, the better we can adjust colors to our needs. Hue Hue defines pure color in terms of "green", "red" or "magenta".

Hue also defines mixtures of two pure colors like "red-yellow" (~ "orange"), or "yellow-green" (limitations to this statement will be addressed later). Hue is usually one property of three when used to determine a certain color. Hue is a more technical definition of our color perception which can be used to communicate color ideas. Hue ranges from 0° to 359° when measured in degrees. Hues are basic colors we learn to connect with words as children. Hues can refer to the set of "pure" colors within a color space. Tint Tint is a color term commonly used by painters. A tint is a mixing result of an original color to which has been added white. Other usage / meanings of tint: Shade. Basic color schemes: Color Theory Introduction.

With colors you can set a mood, attract attention, or make a statement. You can use color to energize, or to cool down. By selecting the right color scheme, you can create an ambiance of elegance, warmth or tranquility, or you can convey an image of playful youthfulness. Color can be your most powerful design element if you learn to use it effectively. Colors affect us in numerous ways, both mentally and physically. A strong red color has been shown to raise the blood pressure, while a blue color has a calming effect. Being able to use colors consciously and harmoniously can help you create spectacular results. The Color Wheel The color wheel or color circle is the basic tool for combining colors.

The color wheel is designed so that virtually any colors you pick from it will look good together. Traditionally, there are a number of color combinations that are considered especially pleasing. ColorImpact is designed to dynamically create a color wheel to match your base color. Color Theory For Designers, Part 2: Understanding Concepts And Terminology. Kecleon Color Theory. Glossary of Color Terms. Chromaticity: Think about a color's "purity" when describing its "chromaticity" or "CHROMA". This property of color tells us how pure a hue is. That means there is no white, black, or gray present in a color that has high chroma.

These colors will appear very vivid and well, ... pure. This concept is related to and often confused with saturation. However, we will continue to use these terms separately because they refer to distinct situations, as explained here. High Chroma - very shiny, vivid Low Chroma - achromatic, no hue Constant Chroma - medium chroma Similar vividness despite differences in hue; less purity than top image. Saturation: Related to chromaticity, saturation tells us how a color looks under certain lighting conditions. Saturation Const. - same intensity, different hues Saturation Contrast - various levels of fullness, same hue Value: When we describe a color as "light" or "dark", we are discussing its value or "brightness".

Low Value, Constant - same brightness level.