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Understanding Color Theory

Color theory is a practical guide to color mixing and the visual effects of color combinations. Understanding these principles will help you create more effective and aesthetically pleasing designs.

Color Harmonies Explained

Tips for Effective Color Schemes

• Consider Contrast: Ensure sufficient contrast between text and background colors for readability.
• Context Matters: Different colors evoke different emotions and associations. Choose colors that match your brand or message.
• Maintain Consistency: Use colors consistently throughout your design for a cohesive look.
• Limit Your Palette: Too many colors can look chaotic. Aim for 3-5 colors in most designs.
• Use the 60-30-10 Rule: Primary color (60%), secondary color (30%), accent color (10%).
• Test Your Colors: Colors may appear differently across devices. Test your palette on various screens.
• Consider Accessibility: Ensure your color combinations are accessible to people with color vision deficiencies.

Color Models Explained

When working with colors, it's important to understand different color models and formats:

• RGB (Red, Green, Blue): Used for digital displays. Values range from 0-255 for each channel.
• HEX: Six-digit codes preceded by # that represent RGB values in hexadecimal format (e.g., #FF5733).
• HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness): A more intuitive model where hue is a degree on the color wheel (0-360), and saturation and lightness are percentages.
• CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black): Used for print design. Values are percentages of each ink.