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Understanding the Color Wheel
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Complementary Colors
Complementary colors are opposite each other on the color wheel and when mixed, they neutralize each other, creating a grayscale color.
Secondary Colors
Secondary colors are created by mixing two primary colors in equal parts.
Triadic Colors
Triadic color schemes use three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel creating a diverse yet harmonious color palette.
Split-Complementary Colors
A split-complementary color scheme uses a base color and the two colors adjacent to its complementary color.
Tetradic Colors
Tetradic color schemes, also known as rectangle color schemes, use four colors arranged into two complementary pairs.
Primary Colors
Primary colors are the root of every other color on the color wheel. They cannot be created by mixing other colors.
Tertiary Colors
Tertiary colors are made by mixing a primary color with a secondary color, creating a blend of the two.
Warm Colors
Warm colors are found on one half of the color wheel and evoke a sense of warmth because they remind us of things like the sun or fire.
Cool Colors
Cool colors are found on the opposite half of the color wheel from warm colors and provide a sense of calm and relaxation.
Monochromatic Colors
Monochromatic color schemes are derived from a single base hue and extended using its shades, tones, and tints.
Color Harmony
Color harmony refers to the visually pleasing arrangement of colors, which creates an inner sense of order and balance in the visual experience.
Analogous Colors
Analogous colors are next to each other on the color wheel and they usually match well and create serene and comfortable designs.
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